PRIMITIVO
COLLEFRISIO
COLLEFRISIO WINERY • INNOVATION AND POWER • ITALY
"The reinvention of a classic: where the exuberance of the Primitivo grape meets the technical elegance of the Abruzzo mountains."
Enological Audacity
Primitivo Collefrisio is the result of a challenge: cultivating the emblematic grape of Southern Italy under the precise philosophy of the **Collefrisio** winery in Abruzzo. This wine is distinguished by a concentration of color and aromas that makes an impact from the first moment. Growing in a different terroir, this Primitivo offers a more defined backbone and vibrant acidity that masterfully balances its warm and enveloping character, resulting in a sophisticated, modern, and highly sensory wine.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Frisa (Chieti), Abruzzo, Italy.
Winery: Collefrisio.
Variety: 100% Primitivo.
Aging: Maturation in selected wooden barrels to enhance its tertiary notes.
Classification: IGT Terre di Chieti.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Very dark ruby red with impenetrable violet hues.
Nose: Intense notes of ripe forest fruits, plum jam, and an exotic touch of sweet spices like cinnamon and vanilla. Light hints of licorice and cocoa appear.
Palate: Enveloping, dense, and extremely smooth. The tannins are sweet and well-integrated. It offers a long and pleasant finish with an aftertaste reminiscent of ripe red berries.
3. Architecture of Primitivo Collefrisio
4. Food Pairing and Recommendations
Cuisine: Its powerful character makes it ideal for dishes with sweet and sour sauces, barbecue meats, pork ribs, pasta with lamb ragu, and blue or very aged cheeses. It is surprisingly pleasant with desserts based on dark chocolate.
Service: Serve at **18°C**. It is recommended to aerate the wine about 20 minutes before consumption so that it expresses its full fruit complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this wine the same as Primitivo from Puglia?
Genetically it is the same grape, but when cultivated by Collefrisio in Abruzzo, it acquires a slightly more elegant and less alcoholic profile than those from Puglia, while retaining all the fruity power.
Who is this wine for?
It is ideal for those who love red wines with a strong presence, robust body, and silky tannins that do not "scratch" the palate.
What is the philosophy of the Collefrisio winery?
Collefrisio defines itself as a "traditional avant-garde" winery, respecting the Abruzzo terroir but using techniques and varieties that challenge regional standards.
