Antica Enotria Winery Nero di Troia IGT Puglia 2018 - Organic

Discovering great wines by chance is always a delightful surprise, much like stumbling upon this exquisite and exceptionally elegant organic red wine from Antica Enotria in Apulia.

Nero di Troia, the indigenous grape variety of Puglia, carries with it a rich history that adds to its allure. Legend has it that the grape was brought to Apulia by the Greeks from Troy, and perhaps even named after the town of Troia in the region. Regardless of its origins, Nero di Troia is renowned for producing dark, tannic wines of considerable intensity.

However, what sets this wine apart is Antica Enotria's ability to craft a wine that exudes harmony and elegance. The careful selection of harvest time and gentle processing in the cellar are pivotal in achieving this. The result is a dark wine redolent with the aroma of redcurrants and mulberries. It offers a full-bodied palate bursting with dark berry flavours, balanced by rich tannins yet maintaining a refreshing coolness. Delicate minerality and beautiful acidity further enhance its complexity. The wine concludes with a wonderful, lingering finish, where notes of blackberry once again grace the palate.

Truly exceptional and unexpectedly elegant, this wine offers a delightful departure from the more ubiquitous Primitivo of the region. For those seeking high-quality wines from the southern reaches of Italy, this discovery is a gem waiting to be unearthed.