COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Primitivo, Negroamaro
PRODUCER
Vini Buoni AB
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Grandicone Appassimento is a red wine from Apulia, Italy, produced by Vini Buoni AB. Its distinctive character comes from the Appassimento method, a traditional technique involving the partial drying of grapes to intensify their flavors and complexity. Apulia's warm, dry climate is conducive to this style of winemaking. Vini Buoni AB is a producer focused on delivering high-quality wines that showcase regional typicity and a passion for viticulture.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Appassimento means 'drying' in Italian.
Fact 02
This technique concentrates sugars and flavors in the grapes.
Fact 03
Apulia is known as the 'heel' of Italy's boot.
Fact 04
The wine has a notable alcohol content of around 14.5-15%.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Grandicone Appassimento is produced using the Appassimento method, a technique where grapes are partially dried to concentrate their sugars and flavors before fermentation. This process is characteristic of wines from southern Italy, particularly Apulia. Following fermentation, the wine likely undergoes some aging in oak, contributing to its complexity and aromatic profile. The specific details of fermentation vessels and aging duration are not provided.
