San MarzanoSusco Salento Susumaniello 2020

Product code: 15928
£17.85 inc VAT
£107.10 / case of 6
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Puglia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Salento
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: San Marzano
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Caterina Bellanova & Davide Ragusa
Grape
Grape: Susumaniello
Grape: 100% Susumaniello
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Puglia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Salento
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: San Marzano
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Caterina Bellanova & Davide Ragusa
Grape
Grape: Susumaniello
Grape: 100% Susumaniello

Product Notes

San Marzano Susco Salento Susumaniello is a charming wine originating from Italy's renowned Salento region. This exceptional bottle, made from the rare Susumaniello grape, is celebrated for its deep ruby red colour and complex bouquet featuring blackberry, cherry, and hints of aromatic herbs. On the palate, it's a symphony of rich flavours, displaying opulent dark fruit notes, subtle spice, and smooth tannins. The wine's elegant structure and perfectly balanced acidity culminate in a long, satisfying finish. Certainly, the San Marzano Susco is a flavourful, full-bodied wine, perfect for those seeking a unique taste from a lesser-known but compelling grape variety.

Tasting Notes

An intriguing Susumaniello, with floral notes, red berried fruit and spicy balsamic nuances interwoven through a finely textured and elegant palate.

About the Winery

San Marzano

Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Italy's celebrated wine region, we find the notable San Marzano Winery. Renowned globally for its superlative wines, particularly Nero d'Avola and Primitivo di Manduria varieties, this winery has, over the years, diligently crafted an illustrious reputation in the world of viticulture.

Rivalling Bordeaux in France and Rioja in Spain, the San Marzano Winery is situated in Puglia, a region flanked with ancient vine-draped hills. This sun-kissed piece of Italian paradise is renowned for producing full-bodied, rich-flavoured wines that capture the true essence of this enchanting land. The winery, named after the renowned tomato variety that flourishes within its vineyards, was born out of the collaboration of 19 grape producers from the region in 1962.

Embedded within a fertile terroir and benefitting from an ideal microclimate, San Marzano winery emphasises traditional winemaking methods coupled with modern techniques. The winery entails meticulous nurturing and harvesting by hand to ensure the quality of each grape cluster remains intact. The winery’s commitment to sustainable practices, from nurturing the grapevines to bottling the final product, certifies their dedication towards the environment and production quality.

Inside its modern cellar, the grapes undergo specialised processing and controlled fermentation in order to preserve it's integral flavours. Moreover, ageing the wine in wooden barrels bestows a distinct, well-aged and satiating blend. The resultant wines are complex with a beautiful balance of intensity, depth and elegance, characteristic of the region’s identity.

Visitors to this esteemed establishment are greeted with warm Italian hospitality. They are taken on an immersive tour through the vineyards and cellars, allowing them to witness the meticulous process behind each bottle. To conclude, the tasteful pairing of their sumptuous wine with local Italian fares offers the perfect blend of viticulture and gastronomy!.

The San Marzano winery is more than just a vineyard. It’s a unique combination of dedication, heritage and the relentless pursuit of perfection, carefully encapsulated in every bottle. It offers wine aficionados, a rich taste of Italy embodied in every sublime sip.

http://www.sanmarzanowines.com

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