Varvaglione

Primitivo di Manduria DOP Papale Oro - Jeroboam - Varvaglione

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Format: 300 cl

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Technical information
Producer Varvaglione
Name Primitivo di Manduria DOP
Variety Primitivo
Gradation 14.5%
Format 300 cl
Aromatic profile Ripe red fruits, spices, hints of vanilla
Vinification method Controlled temperature fermentation, prolonged maceration
Region Apulia
Production area Manduria
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses, flavorful dishes

The Primitivo di Manduria DOP Papale Oro by Varvaglione, presented in an impressive Jeroboam format, is a wine that enchants lovers of prestigious labels and those with a great visual impact. With an intense ruby red color, this Primitivo di Manduria showcases a rich and complex bouquet, featuring prominent notes of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, and a light touch of vanilla, thanks to aging in French oak barrels.

On the palate, the Papale Oro expresses a full olfactory correspondence, with a robust yet elegant structure. The tannins are soft and well integrated, making it immediately pleasant but also suitable for long aging. The balance between acidity and alcohol is remarkable, culminating in a persistent and harmonious finish.

This wine is ideal for accompanying intense dishes such as roasted red meats, game, and aged cheeses. Perfect for celebrating special occasions or as a spectacular gift, the Primitivo di Manduria Papale Oro invites moments of pure gastronomic pleasure that will leave a lasting impression on the palate and memory.


The winery

Varvaglione 1921 – Winery in Puglia

Discover the story and wines of Varvaglione 1921.

A family-owned Salento winery (Leporano, Taranto) that showcases native Apulian grape varieties through an approach combining tradition and modern winemaking techniques.
Region: Puglia
Country: Italia
Founded: 1921
Grapes: Primitivo, Negroamaro, Susumaniello, Falanghina, Verdeca, Malvasia Bianca, Malvasia Nera, Aglianico
Family-run business operating since 1921. Headquarters and winery in Leporano, Contrada Santa Lucia / Masseria Pizzariello. Approximately 150 hectares of owned vineyards. Declared annual production on the order of millions of bottles. Strong focus on indigenous Apulian grape varieties and on themed ranges such as Papale and Masseria Pizzariello.
Winery history
The Varvaglione family's history is told as a journey that began in 1921 in the area between Pulsano and Leporano. Today the winery is led by several generations of the family and has grown into a regional benchmark for the production and export of Apulian wines, with labels such as the Papale and Masseria Pizzariello lines that evoke historic plots like the Contrada Papale.
Production philosophy
The winery states a philosophy rooted in the territory: local identity, enhancement of indigenous grape varieties and a balance between heritage and innovation. It promotes practices focused on quality in the vineyard and the cellar, with sustainability projects and system certifications for quality management and food safety.
Terroir and vineyards
Operating in the heart of Salento, with vineyards and production linked to the typical areas of Primitivo di Manduria and other parts of Salento. Some labels come from the historic Masseria Pizzariello and from Contrada Papale.
Awards and recognitions
Editorial recognitions and scores in specialized publications; inclusion in Corriere della Sera Economia’s Top 100 ranking; mentions in national guides and awards.

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