LEONE DE CASTRIS
PER LUI PRIMITIVO
PUGLIA • WINE OF ITALY
"A bottled tribute of architectural power and extreme sophistication. The most opulent and exclusive dry Primitivo monovarietal ever created by the Leone de Castris dynasty."
The Liquid Monument of Primitivo and the Aristocracy of Salento
The Leone De Castris Per Lui Primitivo Red Wine is born in Salento, from ancient, low-yield parcels in Apulia. It is a dry wine, vinified 100% from Primitivo, and aged in French oak barrels.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Leone de Castris (since 1665).
Region of Origin: I.G.T. Salento, Apulia (Puglia), Italy.
Grape Variety: 100% Primitivo.
Sweetness Classification: Dry.
Aging: 12 to 14 months in new French oak barrels, followed by refinement in the bottle.
Alcohol Content: 14.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C (decant for 45 to 60 minutes).
SKU / MPN: IT-LC-PLUI-PRIMITIVO-750ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby red, opaque and concentrated, with dark purple hues.
Nose: Plum jam, blackberries, black cherry, dried figs, pipe tobacco, dark chocolate, espresso, vanilla, cloves, and cinnamon.
Palate: Full-bodied and unctuous. Velvety tannins and a long finish with cocoa, sweet spices, and baked dark fruits.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Occasions and Pairings
Precision Gourmet Pairing: Premium grilled cuts (Wagyu, Tomahawk, Porterhouse), milk-fed lamb, duck breast, game, black truffle dishes, porcini risottos, complex ragùs, ultra-matured cheeses, and dark chocolates.
Suggested Moments:
- Special Celebration: Golden anniversaries, jubilees, and galas.
- Business: High-profile dinners.
- The Perfect Gift: For collectors.
- Ultra-Gourmet Barbecue: Imported cuts with complex marbling.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is strictly dry, opulent, and unctuous, with no residual sugar.
Is decanting necessary, and what is its aging potential?
We recommend decanting for 45 to 60 minutes; it can evolve in a cellar for 8 to 12 years.