Masso Antico Primitivo 2023 (Italy)

The grapes used for Masso Antico Primitivo are grown using the vine training method known as "Alberello", which has ancient origins and is typical of the Mediterranean area of Italy. It was developed to compensate the lack of water and the very hot climate. The now very rare Alberello system represents a very important part of the cultural and oenological heritage of Apulia. The rigorous hand-picking is followed by a meticulous selection of the de-stemmed grapes. The grape withering on plants, favoured by the sea wind, and a slow maturation in French oak barrels for about 6 months results in an outstanding full-bodied wine with soft tannins that release vanilla notes in the finish.