The Wine

Questa è l’etichetta di una storia antica che sa di passione.

The Wine

Our Label

This is the label linked to an ancient history that tastes of passion. It is the history of our country that brings along with it the colors of the soil, the sun and tradition. A rugged land, but generous at the same time, a land that tells us about its past and we harvest its fruits ..... divided into three parts, past, present and future, the tradition is handed down with a single element of union and strength. This wine is born from the deep bond of Cantine Paololeo with his land, with the history of his family and the love for things done well, in respect of the territory and those who live and work there.

We recommend tasting it in a large big belly goblet, so that the wine has a large surface to oxygenate. This will allow you to better perceive the complexity of the aromas released by this important red wine.

Negroamaro IGP Puglia.

Dorso Rosso

Full-bodied and strong wine, Dorsorosso can be paired with richly structured dishes, connected to the Salento tradition, such as baked first courses and slow-cooked ragù, also excellent on dishes such as orecchiette with turnip tops or broad beans and chicory with fried croutons; the best meat cooked on embers enhance the structure of the wine which, combined with meats and cheeses, becomes a special guest. Change the last icon with a% 14 ° alc.

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PRODUCTION AREA

The Dorso Rosso vineyards owned by Cantine Paololeo are located in the countryside of San Donaci (BR), exactly in the “Carritelli” district.

VARIETY

Negroamaro IGP Puglia.

VIGNETI

Bush vine dating back to 1965.

Plants: 4.830, planting density 1,5×0,9. Rows: 92. Surface Ha 1,25.

CULTIVATION METHOD

Old vineyards grown by the traditional “Apulian bush vine” method; the plant always reaches the maximum height of 40-60 cm, in this way the vine optimally exploits the resources available in the soil, both water and nutrients. few buds on the plant, from 6 to 8, to ensure an high-quality production.

HARVEST

Manual harvest in 5 kg crates; the winemaker waits for the most favorable climatic conditions by waiting for the natural drying of the grapes by the sun; the bunches are thus left to overripe on the plant until they lose the right content of water and yield but which will guarantee a higher concentration of sugars.

VINIFICATION

The harvest is done by hand in the early hours of dawn. The liquid is left to macerate in contact with the skins for 12/15 days, after frequent pumping over the soft pressing takes place. Thermo-controlled fermentation is done at 25 ° C.

AGEING PROCESS

3 months in stainless-steel vessels, 18 months in french and American oak Tonneaux and 3 months in bottle.

ALCOHOL CONTENT

14 % vol

FOOD PAIRING

Full-bodied and strong wine, Dorsorosso can be paired with richly structured dishes, connected to the Salento tradition, such as baked first courses and slow cooking ragù, also excellent on dishes such as orecchiette with turnip tops or broad beans and chicory with fried croutons; the best meat cooked on embers enhance the structure of the wine which, combined with meats and cheeses, becomes a special guest.

SERVICE

We recommend tasting it in a large big belly goblet, so that the wine has a large surface to oxygenate. This will allow you to better perceive the complexity of the aromas released by this important red wine.

NOTE DI DEGUSTAZIONE

Brillante ed intenso colore rosso rubino con sfumature granate. Bouquet complesso e speziato, con sentori di pepe, ribes e tabacco. Al palato sorprendono i suoi tannini morbidi e l’acidità perfettamente bilanciata, il finale è lungo e persistente.
Suggerito su ragù di carne, arrosti e formaggi stagionati.
Ossigenare e servire a 18°C.

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