"Ancinorè" Primitivo Manduria DOC 2022

When the climate becomes hot, as is often the case in Puglia, to cultivate grapes we often resort to the ancient folk wisdom that the vine must grow low, ripening its clusters close to the ground, to benefit from even the slightest coolness from the earth. The traditional espalier system is therefore preferred to the modern espalier. Beautiful to look at and effective in terms of the quality produced. But very, very tiring for those who have to take care of it. Every operation, in fact, must be carried out manually, without the help of any machine. Giustini offers this Acinorè, 'Old Vines'. This is a Primitivo di Manduria DOC, made from grapes cultivated in the Alberello style. A living heritage that the company preserves, protects and is committed to enhancing. Acinorè, in fact, represents the best interpretation of Primitivo proposed by the winery. Harvested - obviously - by hand, after destemming and pressing the maceration period lasts about 15 days, followed by alcoholic fermentation and a long period of maturation in French oak barriques. This reveals a wine characterised by a beautiful, intense ruby red colour, with complex aromas reminiscent of well-ripened red and dark fruit. Then vanilla and even chocolate. In the mouth it is full, soft and balanced. An important red, the kind that requires a dedicated menu. Very tasty first courses and meats subjected to long cooking. This is the only way to do it justice. Or, as a valid alternative, it can also be served away from meals, as a meditation wine.