Wines made from Primitivo grapes of Valle d'Itria

Discover the best wines made with Primitivo as a single variety or as a blend of Valle d'Itria.

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 Puglia

Apulian region in the heart of the Salento plateau (around Locorotondo, Cisternino, Martina Franca), karstic calcareous soils, Mediterranean climate ventilated by Adriatic and Ionian breezes. Verdeca is the signature indigenous white: dry and crunchy with citrus, green apple, Mediterranean herbs, white flowers and mineral notes, lively acidity and a slightly bitter finish. Bianco d'Alessano, Fiano, Bombino and Malvasia as whites. Sun-ripened Primitivo as red.

What are the typical flavors of the Primitivo grape variety?