Primitivo di Manduria DOP - Papale - Varvaglione
Primitivo di Manduria DOP - Papale - Varvaglione
Varvaglione

Primitivo di Manduria DOP - Papale - Varvaglione

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Format: 75 cl

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$16.12


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Producer Varvaglione
Name Primitivo di Manduria DOP
Variety Primitivo
Gradation 14.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Ripe red fruits, spices, licorice notes
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

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The Primitivo di Manduria DOP "Papale" produced by the Varvaglione winery is a red wine of great expression and depth, ideal for those seeking a unique and enveloping sensorial experience. This Apulian wine comes from a careful selection of Primitivo grapes, famous for their ability to transform into wines of great structure and intensity.

Visually, the "Papale" presents itself with a deep ruby ​​red color, enriched by violet reflections that anticipate its youth and liveliness. On the nose, a complex bouquet emerges in which notes of ripe red fruit stand out, such as plums and cherries, expertly integrated with nuances of vanilla and dark spices, thanks also to the light passage in barrique which further enriches the aromatic profile.

On the palate, the wine reveals itself generously full and harmonious. The tannins are well balanced and blend perfectly with a softness that leads to a long and persistent finish. The aromatic complexity is reconfirmed, leaving room for a pleasant persistence of ripe fruit and spicy hints.

Perfect to serve with robust dishes such as roast red meat, game and mature cheeses, Varvaglione's "Papale", thanks to its structure and balance, is also an excellent meditation companion. Tasting it means exploring the richness of the Manduria terroir, interpreted by the passion and expertise of the Varvaglione winery. A wine that will certainly not go unnoticed among lovers of intense wines with character.
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How to serve

Glass:

Goblet Wide Opening

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Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5-8 years

Production area


Apulia

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.

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Official Awards

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