PRIMUM Primitivo IGT Salento

From the heart of Southern Puglia, among sandy soils and sea-breezed hills facing the Ionian Sea, comes PRIMUM, a 100% Primitivo from vines over 20 years old. A powerful yet elegant wine, aged for 36 months (including 12 in French oak barriques), it embodies the authentic soul of Salento.

• Designation: IGT Salento – Red Primitivo
• Grapes: 100% Primitivo
• Area: Le Longhe, Presicce/Ugento (Lecce)
• Soil: Sandy, shallow, with good mineral skeleton, ventilated by sea breezes
• Vine age: 20+ years
• Yield: 70 q/ha
• Harvest: Late August, hand-picked
• Aging: 24 months in steel + 12 months in barriques
• Alcohol: ~14.5%
• Serving temperature: 64–68°F (18–20°C)

• Italian classics: braised beef, roast lamb, lasagna, aged pecorino.
• U.S. favorites: BBQ short ribs, smoked brisket, gourmet burgers with aged cheddar, baked mac & cheese, chili con carne.