๐ท PaoloLeo Giunonico Primitivo di Manduria Riserva 2017 is an Italian dry red wine from Puglia. This 750 ml bottle contains 15% alcohol and belongs to the Primitivo di Manduria protected appellation. Giunonico brings together the identity of the Primitivo grape and the Riserva selection in a wine designed for a substantial meal and a leisurely serving experience.
๐ Primitivo is the grape variety at the heart of this wine. Its deep garnet-red colour has violet reflections, while blackberry and sour cherry give the aromatic profile its fruity foundation. On the palate, the fruit is accompanied by a soft, velvety texture and a persistent finish. These characteristics make it an expressive choice for drinkers who enjoy a generous red with a clearly defined regional origin.
๐ชต The maturation programme comprises 20 months in large oak casks, four months in stainless steel and three months in bottle. This distinction matters when choosing a Riserva: the entire maturation period is not spent in oak. The wine is made from 100% Primitivo and the production area is Sava in the province of Taranto.
๐ฝ๏ธ Serve PaoloLeo Giunonico Primitivo at 18ยฐC and allow at least 30 minutes of aeration before drinking. Game and red meat are the most direct food matches. Use a spacious wine glass and let the wine develop gradually during the meal. The 2017 vintage received Bibenda 2023โs Cinque Grappoli distinction. Contains sulphites.
๐ Key Details
- ๐ท๏ธ Producer: PaoloLeo
- ๐ท Wine: Giunonico Riserva
- ๐จ Colour & sweetness: Dry red
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Vintage: 2017
- ๐ Country: Italy
- ๐ Region: Puglia; Sava, Taranto
- ๐ก๏ธ Appellation: Primitivo di Manduria DOC / DOP Riserva
- ๐ Grape: 100% Primitivo
- ๐พ Volume: 750 ml
- ๐ช Alcohol: 15% ABV
- ๐๏ธ Appearance: Garnet red with violet reflections
- ๐ Aroma: Blackberry and sour cherry
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Taste & texture: Fruity, soft and velvety
- โณ Finish: Persistent
- ๐ชต Maturation: 20 months oak, 4 months steel, 3 months bottle
- ๐ก๏ธ Serving temperature: 18ยฐC
- ๐ซ Aeration: At least 30 minutes
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Best with: Game and red meat
- ๐ Award: Bibenda 2023 โ Cinque Grappoli, vintage 2017
- โ ๏ธ Allergens: Contains sulphites
