Primitivo Salento IGT Organic

The Primitivo Salento IGT BIO comes from the 45 hectares of vines at Masseria Masciullo, a historic 17th-century winery owned by the Zullo family in Brindisi, in the heart of Puglia. This estate has been cultivating organic Primitivo for generations, with manual harvesting into crates and an artisanal winemaking process that doesn't follow trends: eight days of maceration, twelve months of aging in silos, and four months in the bottle. The result is a Primitivo that tastes of Salento, not of winemaking techniques.

The color is intense ruby red with violet reflections. The nose reveals ripe red fruits, blackberry, plum, and a sweet spice. On the palate, it is soft, warm, and enveloping, with velvety tannins and a persistent finish that evokes the Puglian land.

Grape variety: Primitivo 100% | Vintage: 2022 | Alcohol: 13% | Format: 0.75 l
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Winemaking: Manual harvest into crates, first ten days of October. 8 days maceration, 12 months in silos, 4 months in bottle.

Who it's recommended for

For those who want to discover Primitivo in its most direct and territorial form — without barriques, without artificial concentration. It is the right bottle for those looking for a generous but not tiring red from the South, to be opened without ceremony and finished without regrets.

When to drink it

It is already enjoyable today, but it has all the characteristics to evolve magnificently over the next 3-5 years if stored correctly. Perfect for an informal dinner with friends.

Taste characteristics

A soft and enveloping Primitivo, in which the generosity of the grape variety is expressed without excess. Ripe fruit dominates the sip, supported by a sweet spice and a warm, persistent finish that invites another sip.

Why we chose this wine

Because Masseria Masciullo is one of the most serious organic estates in Salento: a 17th-century winery that chose not to change its methods when everyone else was changing. Primitivo is their house grape — and you can taste it. We offer it because it is consistent with our selection: artisanal quality, accessible price, recognizable territory in the glass.

FAQ

What dishes pair well with Primitivo Salento IGT BIO?
Mixed grills, roasts, pasta dishes with meat ragù, aged cheeses. Also excellent with orecchiette alle cime di rapa for those who love regional pairings.

Is it a certified organic wine?
Yes. Masseria Masciullo cultivates organically on 45 hectares of vines, without synthetic pesticides in the vineyard.

How long can it age?
3-5 years in the best vintages. It is a wine designed for immediate pleasure, but with enough structure to evolve positively.

Is it different from the Negroamaro from the same winery?
Yes. Primitivo is softer and rounder, with more velvety tannins. Negroamaro is more austere and Mediterranean. They are two different characters from the same territory.