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Masseria Borgo Dei Trulli Lucale Primitivo Appassimento IGP Puglia, Italy

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Masseria Borgo Dei Trulli Lucale Primitivo Appassimento IGP Puglia, Italy

TASTING NOTES

A bold and velvety red wine offering rich notes of ripe blackberries, cherries and dried figs, layered with hints of vanilla, dark chocolate and sweet spice. The finish is extremely well-balanced with a luscious texture making it perfect with lamb shanks, lasagna, roasted eggplant, or dark chocolate desserts.

Why You’ll Love It

The Lucale Primitivo Appassimento is a decadent and intensely flavourful wine that captures the essence of Puglia. With its rich fruit profile, velvety texture and warming finish, it’s perfect for pairing with hearty meals or enjoying as a luxurious treat by the glass. Crafted with care by Masseria Borgo Dei Trulli, this wine delivers a taste of southern Italy’s winemaking excellence and passion.

Extended Tasting Notes

The Lucale Primitivo Appassimento is a bold and luxurious red wine that showcases the richness and intensity of Puglia’s sun-drenched vineyards.

Deep ruby red in colour, it offers a fragrant nose with aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries and plums, complemented by hints of dried figs, vanilla and dark chocolate. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with layers of jammy dark fruits, spice, and a touch of tobacco.

The Appassimento method adds a luscious texture and depth, leading to a long, warming finish with subtle notes of sweet spice and mocha.

Grape Varieties
  • 100% Primitivo
ABV
  • 14.5%

 

  • Sustainable
75cl
Country

Italy

Grape

Primitivo

Producer

In the ‘heel of Italy’s boot’, in the Salento region of Puglia, lies Masseria Borgo dei Trulli. The winery takes its name from the plural of ‘Trullo’, traditional Puglian dry stone huts that were mainly used as field shelters or storehouses by Saracen populations hundreds of years ago. Remains of these ancient shelters are still present today.

Borgo dei Trulli covers a total of 45ha of land, including 25ha of vineyards. Home to dark, thickskinned black grape varieties, the focus here is on indigenous grapes and interesting production methods. There are 20ha of Primitivo, including a 10ha ‘Saracena’ vineyard, which is trained in the old Alberello system (free-growing bush tree). This vineyard is over 55 years old and yields are limited to less than 1kg of grapes per vine.

The winery is in the Commune of Maruggio, in the subdivision of Roselle. It lies approximately 5 km from the Ionian Sea and in the heart of the Primitivo di Manduria DOP area.

In Puglia the Masseria was once the heart of vast land Estates, surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards and olive groves. Similar to a Spanish “hacienda”, they used to be self-sustaining and included several buildings for the housing of livestock and fodder, winemaking and oil pressing.

Also, in this particular area of Puglia, spread between vineyards and olive groves, you can find numerous ancient dry stone dwellings (huts) called Trulli (Italian plural for Trullo). The “Trulli” in this area are better known as Saracen Trulli, as they differ from the more traditional Trulli found in the Itria Valley (north of where the Masseria lies) as they have a domed rather than coned roof.

This is where Masseria Borgo dei Trulli gets its name.

The winery has been built in full respect of the land, its surroundings and its traditions, next to an old run down Masseria which has been rebuilt and incorporated into the winery itself. A beautiful contrast has been created by combining the main winery, built in a modern style and using the best materials available, and including the best winemaking equipment currently available on the market, to the classic and old Masseria, which has been re-built in the style typical of the area, including the gorgeous and local TUFO stone, arched doorways and vaulted ceilings.

HARVEST AND APPASSIMENTO:
The grapes are carefully picked by hand in early/mid September. In late August, when the grapes have reached perfect maturity, a special technique called “il giro del picciolo”(the twisting of the stem) is applied to approximately 50% of the grapes. This consists in twisting the stem of the grape bunches so that no further nourishment reaches the grapes, thus inducing a natural drying of the fruit on the vine. The grapes are left on the plant for approximately 12 days (along with the other grapes which benefit from the late harvesting) and lose approximately 25-30% of their weight in water, concentrating their flavours and aromas.

 

Food Pairings

Lucale Primitivo is a robust Primitivo that is a perfect companion for hearty dishes. Its richness pairs beautifully with slow-cooked lamb shanks, beef stew, or barbecued ribs. It also complements pasta with rich tomato or meat sauces, such as lasagna or spaghetti Bolognese. For vegetarian options, try it with roasted eggplant, mushroom-based dishes, or a spicy lentil curry. Its sweetness and depth make it an excellent match for aged Parmesan or Gorgonzola, and it can also be enjoyed with dark chocolate desserts for a decadent pairing.

Wine Region

The Puglia region, often referred to as the “heel of Italy’s boot,” is renowned for its warm Mediterranean climate and fertile soils, making it an ideal location for growing bold red grape varieties like Primitivo. Also known for its rich winemaking traditions, Puglia produces wines that are deeply expressive, with intense fruit flavours and velvety textures. The region’s use of the Appassimento method reflects its innovative approach to enhancing the natural ripeness and complexity of its wines. Puglia’s vibrant culinary culture, with its focus on hearty, flavourful dishes, complements the region’s robust wines, making them a perfect addition to any meal.

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Masseria Borgo Dei Trulli Lucale Primitivo Appasimento IGP Puglia
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