Leone de Castris Villa Santera Salento Primitivo Rosato 2020

Leone de Castris Villa Santera Salento Primitivo Rosato is appreciated for its nuanced cranberry and blackberry flavors, with a sharpness that adds depth. Some find it challenging to drink, while others describe it as flawless. Peppery accents and saline herbal notes are also noted, providing complexity.

This Primitivo Rosato from Salento presents a captivating, pale coral hue, indicative of its delicate extraction. The nose is a vibrant bouquet of wild strawberries, red currants, and a whisper of rose petal, underscored by a subtle mineral edge. On the palate, it offers a harmonious interplay of ripe red berry fruit and refreshing acidity, creating a medium-bodied structure with a silky texture. The finish is clean and persistent, with a hint of saline minerality that speaks to its coastal terroir. This wine exemplifies the elegance and versatility of Primitivo in a rosé expression.