Beautiful, full-bodied Primitivo... soft, ripe, and rich!

What a wonderful, full-bodied Riserva wine this is! A deep ruby-red color, and on the nose we find an attractive combination of complex aromas with plenty of dark fruit, including scents of dried fruit, licorice, and spices. On the palate, lots of fruit—ripe blackberries and plums, but also dates, figs, and jam. You can even detect the scent of pipe tobacco and a hint of menthol. The fine tannins are well integrated into the soft and rich wine. Lots of body and thickness. Due to its southern origins, the ideal serving temperature is between 16 and 18 degrees. A higher temperature gives too much of an alcohol impression. This Primitivo di Manduria Sessantasei is made from vines dating back to 1966. Quality comes with age, too… Already 54 years old, this one. Primitivo vines. A low yield but the best quality. The deep roots give an extra dimension to the harvested grapes. The grapes are hand-picked and vinified at the peak of ripeness, after which the Conte di Campiano Primitivo di Manduria Riserva Sessantasei ages for 12 months in wooden barrels.

This Primitivo di Manduria Riserva tastes delicious with red meat and game, and is fantastic for a BBQ. Lamb chops with Mediterranean herbs, roasted suckling pig, but also tasty with some seasoned Merguez sausages. A great combination with smoked pulled pork and BBQ sauce.

Conte di Campiano

Long ago, a count from very distant lands traveled on his magnificent steed into the land of the Val Tramigna and ascended to the plateau of Mount Crocetta. The count sat down on a stone to rest, and by chance, he could see that the landscape from that point was magnificent. The daylight caressed the hills, forming the profile of a castle. The steep roofs of small houses turned dark, as did the white paths and the cultivated land, and this image spread in the gentle breeze to reach the sky. The soft scent of the landscape and the sultry aroma of must reached his nose. The peace that reigned then advised him to settle in that land. And so it was that from that day on, to the people of the place, he became the Conte di Campiano….

A beautiful story, but meanwhile is Conte di Campiano, founded in 1930, it has grown into a significant player in the entire Italian wine market. It operates in multiple wine regions. Conte di Campiano maintains tight control over the entire production cycle. The company attaches great value to this strategy, and it has performed well financially. Recognition for this strategy is clearly visible through the increasing number of prizes and awards they receive. Day-to-day management is in the hands of Dr. Paolo Contri, a highly skilled oenologist with an economic background.