The Tenuta Viglione winery has its origins in the ancient farming and wine-growing traditions of the Zullo family, which, driven by a desire to enhance the enormous wine-growing potential of the area between the municipalities of Gioia del Colle and Santeramo in Colle, has been producing quality wines in these areas for decades. Puglia is the heel of the Boot. It is a land projected into the Mediterranean, a bridge to the East. Every year it is among the top regions in Italy for the production of wine grapes. The Murge is a sub-region defined by a karst plateau in the centre of Puglia. The hilly terrain, with an altitude between 300 and 500 metres, is clayey-calcareous and rich in minerals. The discovery of numerous marine fossils testifies to its ancient origins. The microclimate is mild, with temperature fluctuations even around 20 °C in the period before the grape harvest. These characteristics make it an ideal habitat for vines.

Winemaking

Calcareous clay soil. North-south exposure with an altitude of 400 m a.s.l. Grape variety planted in 2015, spurred cordon training. 4,000 plants per hectare with a yield of 15,000 kg/ha. Manual harvest in the second ten days of September.
Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, ageing with end of fermentation in wood.

Tasting notes

Bright coppery pink colour. Aroma of berries with hints of pomegranate. Balanced and harmonious flavour. Recommended serving temperature: 8° — 10°C

Food pairing

Ideal with fish soups and soft cheeses.