In San Marzano, the vine-growers take care of their small vineyard as one would a garden. Their stories are many, as are the names of their families. We have chosen one, Talò, to thank them ideally: family for family, story for story.
Grape variety: Malvasia Nera di Brindisi. Area: San Marzano, Salento, Puglia. About 100 metres above sea level. Soil: Medium-textured, clayey, shallow and with a good presence of skeleton. Cultivation: Espallier (4,500 vines per hectare). Harvest: Second half of September. Vinification: Thermo-controlled maceration for about 10 days followed by alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts. Ageing: In French oak barriques for 6 months. Organoleptic characteristics: Intense ruby red colour; complex bouquet reminiscent of ripe red fruits and spices; very full-bodied wine, pleasantly soft and long lasting. Food pairing: Red meats, roasts with elaborate sauces and moderately mature cheeses. Serve at: 16-18 °C.