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."
Oenological Audacity
Primitivo Collefrisio is the result of a challenge: to cultivate the emblematic grape of Southern Italy under the philosophy of precision of the **Collefrisio** winery in Abruzzo. This wine is distinguished by a concentration of color and aromas that makes an impact from the very first moment. Growing in a different terroir, this Primitivo offers a more defined backbone and a 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: Matured in selected wooden barrels to enhance its tertiary notes.
Classification: IGT Terre di Chieti.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Sight: 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 fruits.
3. Architecture of Primitivo Collefrisio
4. Pairing and Recommendations
Gastronomy: 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 bitter chocolate desserts.
Service: Serve at **18°C**. It is recommended to aerate the wine about 20 minutes before consuming it to allow it to express its full fruity complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this wine the same as Primitivo from Puglia?
Genetically, it is the same grape, but being cultivated by Collefrisio in Abruzzo, it acquires a slightly more elegant and less liqueur-like profile than those from Puglia, while maintaining all its fruity power.
Who is this wine aimed at?
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 Collefrisio winery?
Collefrisio defines itself as a "traditional avant-garde" winery, respecting the Abruzzo terroir but using techniques and varieties that challenge regional standards.