The story of Masseria Jorche began in the early 1900s, when Giovanni Gianfreda established the family’s first “palamientu” (an old, traditional winemaking room — the earliest form of an organized cellar in Apulia) laying the foundation for a winemaking tradition that endured even through the devastation of phylloxera. In the late 1950s, his grandson Cosimo built the first fully mechanized cellar, marking a turning point in the estate’s evolution. Today, the fifth generation — sisters Dalila and Emanuela — lead Jorche with passion, expanding the winery, developing the Masseria hospitality project, and creating an innovative Primitivo‑based cosmetic line. Jorche’s vineyards include 12 hectares of historic seaside plots and 6 hectares of young vines, cultivating Primitivo, Negramaro, Fiano Minutolo and Bianco d’Alessano. Harvesting remains a manual ritual, honoring ancestral traditions. Surrounded by olive trees and Mediterranean scents, the Masseria offers guests an authentic Apulian experience where history, nature and winemaking come together in perfect harmony.

About the wine

Fantasy Line – Soltema – Primitivo del Salento
Ideal pedoclimatic conditions — sun, soil and sea breeze — ensure optimal grape ripening. Unique aromas and flavors characterize this wine, which is structured, soft and velvety on the palate.

Harvest: Manual, in small crates
Vinification: Gentle pressing, temperature‑controlled fermentation and maceration on the skins
Wine yield: 70%
Aging: 9 months in barrels + 3 months in bottle

Tasting notes

Visual: Intense ruby red
Nose: Ethereal and fruity (wild berries)
Palate: Soft and well‑balanced

Food pairing

Complex and structured pasta dishes, meat dishes including stews.
Typical dish: Tria e ceci — traditional Apulian pasta with chickpeas