Wines made from Primitivo grapes of Paestum

Discover the best wines made with Primitivo as a single variety or as a blend of Paestum.

More informations about the variety Primitivo

Powerful, sun-drenched reds with a dark robe and generous alcohol, showing aromas of stewed blackberry, stewed plum, dried fig, chocolate, gentle spice and balsamic notes. Supple tannins, indulgent finish. Star of Puglia with Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Gioia del Colle DOC and Salice Salentino. Identical to American Zinfandel and Croatian Crljenak Kaštelanski by DNA analysis.

More informations about the region of Campania

Campanian IGT on the coastal plains of Salerno and northern Cilento (facing the ancient temples of Poseidonia). Aglianico the red signature: dense and structured with black cherry, blackberry, candied plum, liquorice, tobacco and a balsamic touch, firm tannins and lively acidity — a solar version of the great Campanian grape. Fiano the white signature: broad and complex (pear, citrus, honey, hazelnut, white flowers). Lively Greco and Falanghina, supple Piedirosso as complements.

What are the typical flavors of the Primitivo grape variety?