Varvaglione

Primitivo di Manduria DOP Papale Oro - Nabuchodonosor - Varvaglione

Name: Primitivo di Manduria DOP Papale Oro - Nabuchodonosor - Varvaglione
Brand: Varvaglione
SKU: VARVA-44
Price: 476.85 EUR
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Format: 1500 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Varvaglione
Name	Primitivo di Manduria DOP
Variety	Primitivo
Gradation	14.5%
Format	1500 cl
Aromatic profile	Ripe red fruits, spices, vanilla notes
Vinification method	Controlled temperature fermentation
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 8-10 years
Pairing	Red meats, roasts, aged cheeses

Description

Immerse yourself in the deep ruby red of Primitivo di Manduria DOP Papale Oro, an exquisite creation from the renowned Varvaglione winery. This wine, originating from the sunny lands of Southern Italy, captures the essence of the ancient Primitivo vines that thrive in the Manduria region. With an alcohol content around 14%, this wine expresses extraordinary complexity and perfect balance.

On the nose, Papale Oro offers a rich and intensely aromatic bouquet, with dominant notes of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, and a slight touch of vanilla, resulting from its aging in barrels. On the palate, the wine reveals itself as robust and velvety, with a well-structured tannic texture that promises excellent aging potential. The flavors of plum, black cherry, and chocolate blend into a persistent and seductive finish.

This Primitivo di Manduria is ideal for accompanying hearty dishes such as meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses. Perfect for a special occasion, Papale Oro promises to deliver an unforgettable sensory experience to wine lovers seeking intensity and authenticity in their glass.

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.

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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.