Verso Rosso Di Salento

Verso is a very full-bodied luscious wine made with a small percent of ‘appassimento’ or raisined grapes. It comes from the same terrific people who make Casa Contini. The grapes are grown on two non-contiguous crus with about 8 000 cases total made which is of course very small for Puglia. Rich and dark in color with vibrant spice flavors it is a hedonistic experience that captures the polished side of Negroamaro and Primitivo. Vine: Bush-trained vineyards. 3 000 vines per hectare. 1 bottle per plant average yield Vinification: Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Maturation: 6 months in the barrel. 3 months in steel (after oak maturation). 3 months in the bottle. Food Paring: Duck breast olive tapenade and figs with soft cheese. – Casa Contini