Leone de Castris Illivia Primitivo
Primitivo • Salento IGT • Puglia • Italy
"The Primitivo of southern Italy: plum, black cherry and silky tannins."
Quick Facts
Illivia Primitivo is a dry red wine from Leone de Castris, a winery in Puglia (Apulia), Italy, active since 1665. It is made from 100% Primitivo under the IGT Salento designation. It shows notes of plum, black cherry, dried fig, cocoa and vanilla, with full body and 14% alcohol. Serve at 16 °C to 18 °C. Free shipping across Mexico from MXN $1,499 and 90 days for returns at no cost.
- Type: dry red wine, 750 ml
- Origin: Salento, Puglia (Apulia), Italy (IGT Salento)
- Winery: Leone de Castris (since 1665)
- Grape: 100% Primitivo
- Alcohol: 14% vol.
- Serving: 16 °C to 18 °C; open 15 to 20 minutes ahead
- Cellaring: now or 4 to 6 years under optimal conditions
- Pairing: beef cuts, lamb, BBQ ribs, truffle pasta, lasagna bolognese, ossobuco, aged cheeses
- Shipping and returns: free from MXN $1,499; 90 days at no cost
Illivia, the Primitivo from Leone de Castris
Illivia Primitivo comes from Salento, in Puglia, the heel of the Italian boot. It is made by Leone de Castris, one of the historic wineries of the region, from Primitivo, the most characteristic grape of southern Italy.
In the glass it shows dense ruby red. It offers plum jam, black cherry, dried fig, cocoa, vanilla and licorice; on the palate it is robust, silky and long. Discover more Primitivo wines, wines from Puglia and the Leone de Castris winery.
Pairing and Serving
Serve between 16 °C and 18 °C; open it 15 to 20 minutes ahead or use an aerator. It goes well with marbled beef cuts, roast lamb, BBQ ribs, truffle pasta, lasagna bolognese, ossobuco and aged cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano. It can be enjoyed now or cellared for 4 to 6 years under optimal conditions. It is a good choice for a barbecue, a family meal or a gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illivia Primitivo?
It is a dry red wine from Leone de Castris, made 100% from Primitivo in Salento, Puglia, Italy.
Is it dry or sweet?
It is dry, although its ripe fruit gives it a rich, fruit-forward feel.
What is its alcohol content?
14% alcohol by volume.
Should it be decanted?
It is recommended to open it 15 to 20 minutes before serving or use an aerator.
What does it pair with?
Beef cuts, roast lamb, BBQ ribs, truffle pasta, lasagna bolognese, ossobuco and aged cheeses.
Where can I buy Leone de Castris Illivia in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping across Mexico from MXN $1,499 and 90 days for returns at no cost.