š· 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.
š 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.
šŖµ 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.
š½ļø Serve PaoloLeo Giunonico Primitivo at 18Ā°C 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 2023ās Cinque Grappoli distinction. Contains sulphites.
š Key Details
- š·ļø Producer: PaoloLeo
- š· Wine: Giunonico Riserva
- šØ Colour & sweetness: Dry red
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Vintage: 2017
- š Country: Italy
- š Region: Puglia; Sava, Taranto
- š”ļø Appellation: Primitivo di Manduria DOC / DOP Riserva
- š Grape: 100% Primitivo
- š¾ Volume: 750 ml
- šŖ Alcohol: 15% ABV
- šļø Appearance: Garnet red with violet reflections
- š Aroma: Blackberry and sour cherry
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Taste & texture: Fruity, soft and velvety
- ā³ Finish: Persistent
- šŖµ Maturation: 20 months oak, 4 months steel, 3 months bottle
- š”ļø Serving temperature: 18Ā°C
- š« Aeration: At least 30 minutes
- š½ļø Best with: Game and red meat
- š Award: Bibenda 2023 ā Cinque Grappoli, vintage 2017
- ā ļø Allergens: Contains sulphites
