Primitivo IT Maison Caleo Salento IGT 2024

Italian red wine made from the Primitivo grape, produced by Maison Caleo in the Salento IGT appellation in the Puglia region. A 2024 vintage with 13% ABV, it stands out with aromas of ripe red fruits and a spicy touch, offering a supple and balanced structure.

In what terroir is Primitivo IT Maison Caleo Salento IGT 2024 produced?

The Salento IGT covers the southern tip of Puglia in southern Italy, between the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. This peninsula benefits from a warm Mediterranean climate tempered by marine influences, conducive to a slow and even ripening of the grapes. The soils, often clay-limestone, favor the cultivation of Primitivo, the region's emblematic grape variety and the genetic cousin of Californian Zinfandel.

What is the tasting profile of Primitivo IT Maison Caleo Salento IGT 2024?

Maison Caleo's 2024 Primitivo Salento IGT presents a deep red color. The nose reveals aromas of red fruits, complemented by a spicy note characteristic of the grape variety. On the palate, the structure remains balanced, with supple tannins that make this wine accessible in its youth.

What dishes pair with Primitivo IT Maison Caleo Salento IGT 2024?

This red wine from Puglia pairs well with dishes from southern Italian cuisine: pasta with tomato sauce, charcuterie, pizza, or grilled red meats. Its roundness and fruitiness also make it a pleasant companion for aged cheeses or slow-cooked dishes with Mediterranean herbs.

At what temperature should Primitivo IT Maison Caleo Salento IGT 2024 be served?

The 2024 Primitivo Salento IGT is ideally served between 16 and 18°C, decanted if you wish to fully reveal its aromas. Wines from this appellation, generally intended for consumption within the first few years after bottling, can be enjoyed with pleasure within two to four years of the vintage.