A rare and ancient red Puglian variety, Susumaniello was used mostly as a blending component until a few years ago. The name means ‘little donkey’ in local dialect, referring to the enormous load the vines bear when young. Others argue that it is so-called because it is stubborn and difficult to manage. The wine is deep, inky purple and full bodied with intense aromas of blackberry and violets. The grapes are grown in vineyards located in the Salento peninsula of Puglia. The sandy vineyards are high up on the hillside, dry farmed and are over 30 years old. Deep, inky purple-black in colour, this wine has intense aromas of blackberry, blueberry and chocolate, supported by notes of violets, blossom and Mediterranean herbs. This is a full-bodied and well-structured wine with powerful yet fine tannins. A fantastic freshness carries through the persistent finish.
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