Amativo comes from Primitivo and Negroamaro grapes grown in the company plots of Guagnano, Sava and San Pietro Vernotico. The berries of the different vines reach perfect ripeness in different periods, but both during the month of September. The harvest is carried out manually with careful selection of the bunches. In the cellar, the grapes are destemmed and crushed, then left to macerate on the skins for 12-15 days. After the malolactic fermentation, it is aged in barrique for about 12 months.
It has a dark ruby red color with bright reflections tending towards purple. The nose has a rich and intense olfactory profile, characterized by hints of small dark berry fruits including wild blackberry, blueberry and black currant. Spicy notes of dark chocolate and roasting are added. A red wine with a full-bodied and structured sip, with a mature tannic texture and a velvety and harmonious finish, very persistent, spicy and fruity.
It is recommended to combine it with red meats and game; it is also perfect with aged cheeses.
How to serve
Serve to:
16-18°C
When to drink it:
This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5-10 years
Production area
Puglia
Producer: Cantele