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Leone de Castris

Leone de Castris Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria

Name: Leone de Castris Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria
Brand: Leone de Castris
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Puglia

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Leone de Castris Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria is a premium wine produced by the renowned Leone de Castris winery. This wine is made from Primitivo grapes grown in the Manduria appellation, which is known for its rich and complex terroir. The vineyards are characterized by their sandy soils and warm Mediterranean climate, which impart unique flavors and aromas to the grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied and rich, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and vanilla. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate bold and flavorful wines with a touch of elegance.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Leone de Castris Villa Santera Primitivo di Manduria offers a bold and bright nose, with aromas of ripe red and black fruit, spice, and a hint of earthiness.On the palate, it is full-bodied and round, with ripe tannins and a lively acidity that carries flavors of dark berries, chocolate, and licorice to a long, satisfying finish.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Primitivo

ORIGINS

Winery: Leone de Castris

Region: Puglia

Puglia is a wine region located in the southeastern part of Italy, known for its warm climate, rich history, and diverse range of wine styles. The region is situated in the 'heel' of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula and is surrounded by the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. Puglia has a long history of winemaking, dating back to ancient times when the Greeks and Romans cultivated vines in the area. Today, Puglia is one of Italy's largest wine-producing regions, with a focus on red wines made from native grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Reviews