2020 Cignomoro 80 Vecchie Vigne Primitivo di Manduria Old Vines

At Cignomoro it is very consciously about the choices they make and have made. They deliberately chose Puglia to grow their vines there. They chose this because they believe that they can make wine here that speaks and distinguishes. The power of the sun, wind and sea ensure that every sip is unique. They chose the “red lands” between Manduria and Carosino. With the latest vinification techniques, without forgetting the value of a family winery, they ensure that the wines of Cignomoro can be counted among the best of Puglia.

The healthy grapes are crushed and fermented in small containers at a uniform and regulated temperature. Soaking on the skins for more than a month and the maceration takes place in stainless steel tanks. Aging for 12 months in new and second pass medium-toasted French and American oak barriques. The bottle then matures for another 4 months in the cellars.

The Cignomoro 80 Vecchie Vigne Primitivo di Manduria Old Vines is a 100% Primitivo coming from old vineyards of 50+ years old. The wine turns deep red in the glass. It has complex and lingering aromas of cinnamon, tobacco, cocoa and coffee combined with dark overripe fruit. Compact and Jammy on the palate with a vanilla and chocolatey finish at the end. The Primitivo di Manduria topper from Cignomoro.