2022 Masseria Cardillo - Matera Moro DOC Malandrina (750ml)

Bottled under the official Matera Moro DOC designation in 2022, Masseria Cardillo’s Malandrina delivers consistent southern Italian quality control in a straightforward 750ml format. Sourced from registered vineyards in Puglia’s historic highlands, this wine meets strict territorial yield and fermentation standards designed to preserve native varietal integrity.

Tasting Profile: The nose opens with concentrated black cherry, baked raspberry, and sun-cured tobacco, supported by secondary notes of wild oregano and crushed stone. On the palate, it maintains a firm but polished tannic frame alongside noticeable acidity, delivering a savory, medium-bodied build that finishes clean. The 2022 vintage strikes an accessible balance today while retaining the structural concentration needed to soften gracefully over three to five years of proper cellar storage.

Suggested Food Pairings:

• Grilled or roasted lamb, beef, and pork, where the wine’s tannic backbone cuts through rendered animal fats
• Tomato-based pasta dishes, braised meats, and hearty stew varieties, allowing natural acidity to lift heavy starches and herbs
• Aged pecorino, dry Provolone, and cured salami for a concentrated, protein-forward contrast

Select this bottle when you need a provenance-backed red that performs reliably across temperature shifts and meal formats. The DOC classification ensures transparent origin tracking, making it a practical choice for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or holiday roasts where consistent flavor delivery matters more than unpredictable experimentation.