This
wine is 100% Primitivo grapes (Zinfandel big brother) with maturation in
barriques for 6 months and alcohol comes in at a generous 15%.
An
interesting bouquet on this Primitivo with aromas of raspberry-cherry fruit,
stewed plum, exotic spices, wood smoke and light herbal notes. On the
mouthfeel, medium bodied, dry, soft seductive fruit and light cedar flavours,
balanced acidity and silky tannins. On the finish, medium length with a
beautiful soft texture and well integrated flavours.
I
wasn’t sure what to think about this Primitivo at first, but it really grew on
me. There is a real Italian feel and charming rusticity to this Primitivo and I
especially loved the savoury soft maturing fruit character of this wine. The
surprising thing for me was how well integrated and almost unnoticeable the 15%
alcohol was. It was ready to go after a one hour decant and best served at
around 17ºC or 18ºC. Great value and strongly recommended. Score
90 points.
Purchased
February 2, 2013 LCBO Vintages New Release (268136) at $17.95
Hey Paul, I was lucky to run into you at the Glebe liquor store. I picked this up and really liked it. Can't go wrong for $18!
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoyed it, wines like this one truly make the wine world so interesting. Too many wines try to fit into a cookie cutter, to appeal to a mass audience. This particular Primitivo has an interesting personality, so to speak, and we are the better for it. Cheers Paul
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