COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Negroamaro 60%, Merlot 25%, Primitivo 15%
PRODUCER
Casa Vinicola Botter
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gran Passione Appassimento is an organic red wine from Puglia, Italy, produced by Casa Vinicola Botter. The wine is a blend of 60% Negroamaro, 25% Merlot, and 15% Primitivo. It is classified under the Puglia IGT appellation, which allows for flexibility in winemaking within the region. The producer, Botter, is a family-run company founded in 1928, known for combining traditional winemaking with a modern approach. The 'appassimento' technique, involving the drying of grapes before fermentation, is central to this wine's identity, concentrating its flavors and sugars. The name 'Gran Passione' reflects the producer's dedication to their craft.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'appassimento' method concentrates grape sugars, leading to richer flavors and a fuller body.
Fact 02
Puglia IGT classification allows for regional winemaking flexibility.
Fact 03
Botter exports to over 40 countries worldwide.
Fact 04
The name 'Gran Passione' signifies the producer's deep devotion to winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Gran Passione Appassimento is produced using the 'appassimento' method, where grapes are dried to concentrate their sugars and flavors before fermentation. This technique is central to achieving the wine's rich and intense profile. The wine is a blend of Negroamaro, Merlot, and Primitivo, with the specific proportions contributing to its final character. The grapes are cultivated organically. Casa Vinicola Botter, the producer, is known for integrating traditional winemaking practices with modern techniques, reflecting their philosophy of respecting regional heritage while embracing a global perspective.
