COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2004
GRAPE
Primitivo
PRODUCER
L'Archetipo
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Medium
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Radicale by L'Archetipo is a red wine from Puglia, Italy, made from the Primitivo grape. The wine is notable for its 'radical' approach, aiming for a fresher, more vibrant, and typically lower-alcohol expression than is common for the varietal in the region. This style is achieved through an early harvest, usually in August, to preserve acidity and limit sugar accumulation. The producer, L'Archetipo, is deeply committed to a philosophy of 'synergistic agriculture,' inspired by Masanobu Fukuoka's natural farming methods. This approach involves no plowing, no chemical inputs, and fostering a diverse ecosystem within the vineyard, where vines are left untrained and grow freely. The winery is a family-run operation, with Francesco Valentino Dibenedetto and his family at its heart, dedicated to minimal intervention winemaking.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Farming inspired by Masanobu Fukuoka's 'natural farming'.
Fact 02
Vines are untrained, growing in a 'free espalier' fashion.
Fact 03
Minimal intervention winemaking with indigenous yeasts.
Fact 04
A 'radical' take on Primitivo, prioritizing freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Radicale is produced using a philosophy of minimal intervention, deeply influenced by synergistic agriculture. Grapes are hand-harvested in August to maintain acidity. Vinification involves spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and a short maceration period of around two days on the skins. The wine is then aged in neutral vessels, including steel tanks and large oak casks, to preserve its fresh character. This approach prioritizes the natural expression of the Primitivo grape and the vineyard's ecosystem.