Red Italian Wine

Wine of Italy

With its intense red color and its complex bouquet, this wine is characterized by fine aromas, that go from mature fruit to spicy notes.

Producer: Schenk Italia
Grape Variety: Zinfandel
Winemaker: Egidio Finazzer
Agent: Buckingham Schenk
Vinification Details: The rigorous hand-picking is followed by a meticulous selection of the destemmed grapes. The wine goes through a slow maturation in French oak barrels for about 6 months results in an outstanding full-bodied wine with soft tannins that release vanilla notes in the finish.
History: The grapes used for Masso Antico Primitivo are grown using the vine training method known as “Alberello”, which has ancient origins and is typical of the Mediterranean area of Italy. It was developed to compensate for the lack of water and the very hot climate.
Regional Information: Puglia is a long, thin wine region in the far south-eastern corner of the 'boot' of Italy. Not only are there cultural and geographical differences when compared to northern Puglia, but the wines are also different. Where the north is slightly hillier and more connected to the customs and winemaking practices of central Italy, the south is almost entirely flat and retains a strong connection with its Greco-Roman past.

Alcohol By Volume: 14
Units: 10.5
Tasting Notes: Intense red colour, complex nose and fine aromas of mature red fruit and spicy notes. Pairs perfectly with grilled meat, stews and mature cheeses.
Serving Suggestion: Served between 16°C and 18°C, it pairs perfectly with grilled meat dishes, stew and mature cheeses