2021 Amastuola - Puglia IGT Primitivo Lamarossa (750ml)

Grown from the native Lamarossa clone—a finer-skinned Primitivo variant prized for lower yields and higher phenolic complexity—the 2021 Amastuola Puglia IGT delivers concentrated fruit without the heavy tannic weight often associated with southern Italian reds. Cultivated across sun-exposed Puglian vineyards, this vintage balances immediate drinkability with a structured backbone that supports extended cellar potential.

Tasting Profile

Aroma: Packed blackberry, sweet plum, and dark cherry lift from the glass, interwoven with vanilla bean, dark cocoa nibs, and toasted cardamom.

Palate: Medium-full body with a silken mouthfeel. Ripe red and black fruit dominate the mid-palate, framed by integrated, supple tannins. Secondary layers reveal dried fig, black pepper, and subtle tobacco leaf.

Finish: Clean and enduring, leaving traces of crushed raspberry, mild bitterness from cocoa, and a characteristic warm finish typical of mature Primitivo.

Serving Parameters & Food Pairings

The wine reaches optimal expression between 15–18°C (60–64°F). Pouring at this temperature preserves volatile aromatic compounds while preventing ethyl alcohol vapor from masking the fruit profile.

• Decanting window: 30–45 minutes before consumption
• Proteins: Charcoal-grilled ribeye, herb-rosemary rack of lamb, slow-braised beef short ribs
• Pasta & Sauces: Tomato-heavy ragù, amatriciana, or baked ziti with rendered pork fat
• Cheeses & Cured Meats: Aged Pecorino Toscano, Parmigiano-Reggiano 24-month, and dry-cured salami boards
• BBQ & Comfort: Smoked pulled pork, chili con carne, or mushroom risotto

Moderate acidity and a pH around 3.6 allow this red wine to cut through fatty textures and salt-rich preparations without flattening against acidic tomato bases.