Mottura Rosone Negroamaro del Salento

Mottura Rosone Negroamaro del Salento

Mottura Rosone Negroamaro del Salento is a red wine produced by Mottura Vini del Salento in the Salento region, Puglia, Italy. This wine is made from the Negroamaro grape, an indigenous grape variety common in southern Italy, especially in Puglia.

The Negroamaro grape thrives in the warm Mediterranean climate and calcareous soil of Salento, ensuring optimal ripening of the grapes and rich flavors in the wine.

The color of this wine is intense red with garnet reflections. It is a powerful wine full of jammy fruit with typical hints of the Mediterranean terroir and tertiary notes of oak barrels of vanilla and cloves. In the taste, the wine is full, spicy and has a soft and persistent aftertaste.

The Negroamaro grapes come from the north of the province of Lecce in the heart of Salento. The terroir consists of calcareous clay. The winters here are moderate and the springs and summers are hot and very dry. The grapes are rigorously selected and come from low-yielding vineyards. Part of the grapes are crushed on the plant for the production of Rosone and undergo a light drying. This allows the aromas to be concentrated before harvesting due to the resulting water loss of about 20 to 30%.

After harvesting follows a traditional maceration for 10 to 12 days and fermentation under controlled temperatures, followed by malolactic fermentation. Part of the wine is then aged for 8-10 months in French oak barrels. Finally, the wine rests in the bottle for another 2-3 months.

Wine - Food pairing

Mottura Rosone Negroamaro del Salento is a versatile wine that goes well with a wide variety of dishes. It is an excellent choice to combine with grilled meats, pasta with rich sauces, stews, and matured cheeses.