Barbanera Special Selection da Uve Leggermente Appassite
- 0.75L | 14.5%
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Barbanera Special Selection da Uve Leggermente Appassite 2023, Puglia IGT
Barbanera is a family-run winery that has been producing wines since 1938, with this Puglia Rosso as one of their most distinctive creations. The Special Selection da Uve Leggermente Appassite belongs to the Duca di Saragnano line, in which the Barbanera family combines their Tuscan experience with the sunshine of southern Italy. What does "da uve leggermente appassite" on the label mean? It indicates that the grapes in Puglia are first allowed to dry slightly on the vine, resulting in an extra concentrated yet soft style in the glass. This 2023 edition has also been recognized as one of the best Puglia Rossos in its class.
Vineyards and region
The grapes for this Barbanera Special Selection come from Puglia, the southeastern region in the heel of Italy's boot. Here, the native red grape varieties benefit from abundant sunshine and cooling sea breezes, resulting in ripe, healthy bunches. The wine's style is clearly inspired by Apulian food culture: it's meant to complement hearty meat dishes and local specialties. By working with a blend of local grapes, Barbanera can find the perfect balance of power, ripeness, and freshness each year.
Vinification and maturation
The wine is made from a blend of indigenous Pugliese red-skinned grapes, which are lightly dried on the vine before harvesting. This form of appassimento concentrates the juice, adding body and intensity without making the wine heavy. After harvest, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks, preserving the fruity character and characteristic aroma of Puglia. Further aging also takes place in stainless steel, eliminating the influence of wood, allowing you to primarily taste the ripe grape, the warm southern Italian character, and the 14.5% alcohol content.
Grape composition
Blend of native red grapes – Puglia IGT
The cuvée is made from a selection of local Pugliese red-skinned grapes, chosen to create a full, warm yet balanced style that complements Southern Italian cuisine.
Tasting notes and serving suggestions
In the glass, the wine has a deep, brilliant red color with subtle purple reflections. The nose reveals a complex, predominantly fruity bouquet with elegant notes of blackberry, aged cherries, and plum jam, complemented by sweet spices and a hint of balsamic vinegar. The palate is warm and soft with well-defined yet ripe tannins, making the wine mouth-filling without being angular. The finish is long and lingering, again revealing ripe red and dark fruit. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F), ideally with roast beef, aged hard cheeses, or typical Apulian dishes such as meat stews and hearty pasta dishes.
Awards
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2023 – 98 p (Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani, edition 2025)
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2023 – Gold (Berlin Wine Trophy 2024)
