Primitivo di Manduria Riserva "DIONYSOS" DOC MASSERIA SURANI
| Sommelier score | 92/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 90/100 | 2020 |
| Wine Enthusiast | 91/100 | 2020 |
| Winery | MASSERIA SURANI |
| Denomination | Primitivo di Manduria Riserva Doc |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Grapes | 100% Primitivo di Manduria |
| Alcohol content | 13,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | VR/2281 |
| Winery headquarter | Masseria Surani - Manduria (TA) - Contrada Surani |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | wild game, Meat stewed, Meet in tomato sauce, Meat and game stew, Grilled meat, Gnocchi al ragù, Sausage, Medium-aged cheeses |
| Region | Apulia (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Primitivo di Manduria |
Produced with 100% Primitivo di Manduria grapes grown in the company's vineyards near Manduria, this wine from the Apulian winery Masseria Surani owes its name to the Greek divinity of wine. The vineyards are grown organically and the soils are of calcareous, rich in iron. Following the manual harvest, fermentation takes place for 15/18 days at a temperature of 25/28°C. The refinement instead requires a stay of 15/18 months in oak barrels and barriques with subsequent 6 months of rest in the bottle.
Characteristics of this Apulian wine
Upon organoleptic examination this wine shows an intense ruby red color; the olfactory notes recall black fruits but also spicy notes of pepper and sweet notes of chocolate and cinnamon. On the palate it is full-bodied with velvety tannins. Excellent persistence.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Apulian red wine
Excellent in combination with spicy and very tasty dishes, with all red meat dishes and with long-aged cheeses. To be served at a temperature of 16-18°C.
