COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Negroamaro, Malvasia Nera di Lecce
PRODUCER
Leone de Castris
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Maiana Negroamaro Rosso 2021 is a red wine from Leone de Castris, a historic winery in Puglia's Salice Salentino region. The wine is a blend primarily of Negroamaro grapes, with Malvasia Nera di Lecce also contributing. The estate's philosophy centers on enhancing native grape varieties, with a focus on expert craftsmanship throughout the winemaking process. The vineyards are approximately 30 years old, cultivated using cordon spur training. The 2021 vintage received recognition with a Bronze Medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A proud Salice Salentino DOC designation.
Fact 02
Features the native Negroamaro grape, a Puglian star.
Fact 03
Vineyards average 30 years old.
Fact 04
A Decanter World Wine Awards Bronze Medalist.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Maiana Negroamaro Rosso begins with careful grape selection. Maceration is conducted at a controlled temperature of 20-22°C for a minimum of 10 days. Following this, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. It is then aged in oak barrels for approximately six months. A minimum of three months of bottle aging is recommended before release.
