Produttori Di Manduria, Italy
As well as making high quality examples of Puglia's most famous vinous export, the co-operative is well versed in producing fascinating whites from Fiano and Verdeca. But it is with the poetically titled Elegia that the extraordinary levels of quality come to light. Made from old bush vines up to 50 years old it creates a wine of intense dark berry fruit with wonderful balsamic end notes and excellent balance.
Viticulture
Manduria is considered the birth place of the native Primitivo grape, so much so that in 1974 the Italian Government recognised a specific DOC appellation to the Primitivo made in Manduria. A native variety of Puglia, the name Primitivo refers to the early ripening nature of this grape and in most instances harvest can be as early as mid - August. A genetic similarity has been proven between Apulian Primitivo, Californian Zinfandel and Croatian Tribidrag, and they are all considered biotypes of the same plant.
- Certified as sustainable by Equalitas, one of only 9 wineries in Italy.
- Lirica recently won best value Southern Italian Red in Gambero Rosso.
- Bush vines up to 50 years old creates a wine of intense dark berry fruit with wonderful balsamic end notes and excellent balance.
