Wines made from Primitivo grapes of Gioia del Colle
Discover the best wines made with Primitivo as a single variety or as a blend of Gioia del Colle.
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.
DOC of Apulia on the central Murge plateau south of Bari, limestone plateau at 200–500 m, among the highest in Apulia, cooler climate than Salento. Primitivo is the flagship red (historic cradle alongside Manduria): ample and structured with notes of blackberry, black cherry, plum, herbs, pepper and a balsamic touch, fine tannins and refreshing acidity — more elegant and slender than Manduria. Montepulciano, Sangiovese and Negroamaro blends as complement. A cooler alternative.