EMPIRIO

The vines are planted in Salento on calcareous, karst-influenced soils with iron- and aluminium-rich red Terra Rossa components. The grapes undergo skin contact and are macerated for 8–10 or 15–20 days, depending on the documented product description. Fermentation takes place at 28–30 °C in temperature-controlled tanks with selected yeasts, followed by the first racking after malolactic fermentation. The wine is also matured in barrique. It shows dark fruit, Amarena jam, cinnamon and balsamic notes, with a full, juicy and spicy character and a harmonious, velvety impression. The 2022 vintage was listed with, among others, 90 points from Gambero Rosso.