The wine has a dark ruby-red color, accented by violet hues. The nose shows peppery notes, combines with more complex aromas of wild berries, forest floor, and cloves. The palate is warm with a silky, layered finish.

Pairs well with eggplant Parmesan or orecchiette with roasted broccoli and walnuts.

Late harvest and gentle pressing. Fermentation at 25-28°С. 

The wine matures for 14 months in 92-gallon French oak tonneaux․

One of the most beautiful wineries own by Zonin is Masseria Altemura, situated in the heart of the Salento Peninsula, an area permeated through and through with Mediterranean character. The total area of the property is over 270 hectares – of which 130 are vineyards and 40 consist of olive groves – thus ensuring substantial annual production․ It is a single holding, restored with total respect for the environment and the original architecture.

Zonin is a historical family of world-famous Italian winemakers who has been producing wine for 7 generations since 1821. Zonin wines are presented in the markets of 89 countries. Read more