A Mano Primitivo Puglia IGT 2010

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This Primitivo is zesty and earthy proudly announcing its rustic Italian countryside heritage. It also shows loads of berry fruit less spice than a Zin earthiness a touch of vanilla complemented with pepper. It has displays balance with soft tannins nice acidity and a finish that adds a counterpoint of Italian burnished leather. Very nice zesty personality and fun.

Wine Tasting NotesA-Mano is a stunning example of a concentrated, elegant, rich, deep, dark purple wine. The raspberries jump out of the glass to herald the aromas to follow, blueberry, tar, leather, anise and cedar. The complexity evolves and the soft, velvety tannins linger on the long, long finish. This is a wine that reveals a new treasure with each sip.

Another project of American Mark Shannan, this well-made 100% Primitivo cuvee from southern Italy is a noteworthy value. Aged five months in a combination of French, American, and Slovenian oak, it offers a deep ruby color as well as a sweet, candied nose of berry fruit, earth, oak, and tar. There are loads of glycerin, sweet, succulent fruit on the attack and mid-palate, and a velvety-textured, seamless finish. Although not complex, it will provide delicious, uncomplicated drinking over the next 1-2 years.

That's the translation... and "a-mano" tastes "handmade." A lovely ripe strawberry aroma, with a rich and balanced texture in the mouth; dry yet not bitter or tannic, with a graceful and charismatic finish.

This is a simple, genuine wine that delivers concentration, power and personality without much effort. Its success is due to the sunny climate conditions of Southern Italy and a healthy selection of fruit. In the mouth, the wine offers both sweetness and crispness.

A great value, this 100% Primitivo aged five months in a combination of French, American, and Slovenian wood, possesses a deep ruby/purple color in addition to sweet aromas of berry fruit, pepper, wood, and scorched earth. Medium-bodied, with loads of fruit and a progressive, modern style, this delicious Italian red will provide enjoyment over the next 1-2 years.