Liranu Negroamaro DOP – Conti Zecca

Production Area
Leverano, Puglia

Terroir
Alluvial, medium consistency with calcareous areas.

Grapes
Negroamaro 100%

Vinification

Grapes are picked and de-stemmed followed by a soft pressing.  Maceration for 8-10 days at 25°C.
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures.

Aging

Maturation in 30 Hl oak barrels and refinement in epoxy resin lined cement tanks

Colour:

Deep ruby red

Bouquet:

A bursting bouquet of spice, leather and dark forest fruits

Taste:

Bold, tight and concentrated.  Layered tannins and balanced acidity with evident dark berry fruit and plums on the palate

Food pairing:

Pasta with particularly rich sauces, red meat, game and mature cheeses

Alcohol:  14.5% Vol.

Serving Temperature:

18 °C.

Aging Potential:

10 years