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Primitivo Manduria DOC - Heracles - Masseria Surani 2022
Masseria SuraniPrimitivo 100% Primitivo di Manduria DOC 75 cl 2022
$14.77−13%($19.69/ℓ)
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Technical information
- Producer
- Masseria Surani
- Name
- Primitivo di Manduria DOC
- Variety
- Primitivo 100%
- Vintage
- 2022
- Gradation
- 13.5%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red fruit, sour cherry, plum; liquorice, tobacco
- Vinification method
- Fermentation 12–15 days in steel; 3 remontages/day
- Aging
- 12 months in oak barrels
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Pairing
- Grilled meats, roasts, cured meats, meat pasta, aged cheeses
- Region
- Puglia (Salento)
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Masseria Surani vineyards, Manduria (Salento)
- Type
- Red
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Heracles from Masseria Surani is a Primitivo Manduria DOC with an intense, concentrated profile. The colour is deep ruby with violet hues. On the nose it opens with impressions of ripe red fruit, plum and cherry, accompanied by notes of sweet spices, black pepper and light balsamic hints; complexity and persistence characterise the bouquet, with a sense of warmth and concentration that reflects the ripeness of the fruit.
On the palate it shows full body, present but balanced tannins and a saline thread that supports the fruit. The finish returns fruity echoes and a pleasant dryness; the structure makes it suitable with red meats, stews and aged cheeses, or with dishes of decided character. Serving temperature around 16–18 °C and a short decanting can enhance its aromas. It suits convivial occasions and flavourful Mediterranean dishes, such as robust sauces and grilled dishes, and pairs with hard cheeses or blue cheeses in moderation. The drinking experience is enveloping without excess, making it versatile for both an informal dinner and a more structured meal.
On the palate it shows full body, present but balanced tannins and a saline thread that supports the fruit. The finish returns fruity echoes and a pleasant dryness; the structure makes it suitable with red meats, stews and aged cheeses, or with dishes of decided character. Serving temperature around 16–18 °C and a short decanting can enhance its aromas. It suits convivial occasions and flavourful Mediterranean dishes, such as robust sauces and grilled dishes, and pairs with hard cheeses or blue cheeses in moderation. The drinking experience is enveloping without excess, making it versatile for both an informal dinner and a more structured meal.
The winery
Masseria Surani
PugliaItalia
A winery in the Tommasi Family Estates group located in Manduria (Salento, Puglia), focused on expressing Primitivo and the territory’s indigenous grape varieties.
- Grape varieties
- Primitivo, Negroamaro, Fiano, Cabernet Sauvignon
- The Tommasi Family Estates project was launched in Manduria, with its first harvest in 2014.
- Strong focus on Primitivo as the signature grape.
- Vineyards located on the estates of Manduria, Lizzano and Guagnano
- Range of wines that includes Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Fiano Puglia IGT, Negroamaro rosé, and a Primitivo-Cabernet blend.
The story
The masseria originated as a typical Apulian farm in the early 20th century. The modern winemaking project was initiated by the Tommasi family with the first documented harvest in 2014; since then the estate has been revitalized with work on the vineyards and cellar to enhance the local varieties and the terroirs of Manduria, Lizzano and Guagnano.
Production philosophy
To produce wines that express their terroir by prioritizing indigenous varieties, with vineyard management attentive to biodiversity, controlled yields and viticultural choices aimed at achieving elegance and moderate alcohol levels rather than an overly fruity style.
Terroir and vineyards
The project is located in Salento, with estates in Manduria, Lizzano and Guagnano; the soils are predominantly calcareous with red, iron-rich earths that enhance structure and aromaticity. The vineyards benefit from the moderating influence of the nearby Ionian Sea.
Awards and recognition
Estate mentions in international rankings: the Primitivo di Manduria was included among Wine Enthusiast's 'Top 100 Best Buy 2023' with scores awarded, and the Fiano Surani received high scores/recognition.