COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Primitivo
PRODUCER
Domaine Wines Sweden AB
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ecoltura Appassimento is an organic red wine crafted in Puglia, Southern Italy, developed by Domaine Wines Sweden AB in collaboration with local organic viticulturists. This wine represents a harmonious blend of traditional Italian winemaking heritage and modern ecological responsibility. Puglia's sun-drenched plains, characterized by clay-limestone and red clay soils, provide the perfect environment for cultivating high-quality Primitivo grapes. The Ecoltura brand focuses heavily on sustainability, utilizing certified organic vineyards and eco-certified lightweight glass bottles to minimize its carbon footprint during transport. Highly popular in Nordic markets, this wine has achieved critical acclaim, including a Bronze Medal at the Vinordic Wine Challenge, highlighting its exceptional quality and value.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Features a traditional 'Spago' closure, a hand-tied rustic string historically used to prevent corks from popping under gentle bottle pressure.
Fact 02
Crafted from 100% organic Primitivo grapes, genetically identical to California's Zinfandel, grown in the sun-drenched plains of Puglia.
Fact 03
Awarded a Bronze Medal at the prestigious Vinordic Wine Challenge for its exceptional price-to-quality ratio.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Ecoltura Appassimento centers on the traditional Italian appassimento technique. Grapes are harvested at peak phenolic ripeness and undergo partial dehydration, either naturally on the vine or on specialized racks. This drying process evaporates water, concentrating sugars, acids, and flavors within the berries. Following dehydration, the concentrated grapes undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. To preserve the pure, vibrant primary fruit characteristics of the Primitivo grape and avoid heavy wood extraction, the wine has minimal to no oak contact, resulting in a fruit-forward profile. The final bottling features a traditional 'Spago' closure, where a rustic string is hand-tied over the natural cork.
