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Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino: A rich, complex Italian red wine.

Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino is an Italian red wine produced in the Puglia region, more specifically in the Manduria area. This region is renowned for its quality wines, thanks to its Mediterranean climate and mineral-rich soils. The grape variety used for this wine is Primitivo, which is indigenous to the region and produces powerful, richly flavoured wines. The producer, Gianfranco Fino, is a passionate and talented winemaker who has brought out the best in this grape variety and the Manduria terroir to create an exceptional wine.

Aromas and flavours of Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino.

Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino is characterised by its deep ruby red colour and intense, complex aromas. The nose reveals notes of ripe black fruit, such as plum, black cherry and blackberry, as well as hints of spice, liquorice and chocolate. On the palate, this wine is powerful and full-bodied, with a fine tannic structure and a long finish. Flavours of black fruit mingle with notes of vanilla, tobacco and coffee, brought out by ageing in oak barrels.

What type of wine lover is Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino right for?

Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino is an ideal wine for lovers of powerful, complex red wines, who appreciate intense flavours and varied aromas. It goes perfectly with rich, flavoursome dishes such as grilled red meats, stews, pasta with tomato sauce and mature cheeses. This wine is also an excellent option for collectors and connoisseurs, who will appreciate its ageing potential and its evolution over the years. All in all, Es Primitivo, Gianfranco Fino is a wine that will delight the most demanding palates and lovers of Italian wines with character."

Additional tasting notes

Color : Red garnet.


Nose : Very intense, on jammy fruits, sweet spices, cardamom, cherries and dried prunes.


Mouth : Explosive and velvety, cherry jam.


Alcohol level : 16.0%


Winemaking : After fermentation in stainless steel, the wine ages for 9 months in French oak barrels, 50% new and 50% second use. Without fining or tartaric precipitation (scaling), it is bottled and refined for 6 months before being placed on the market.


Food pairing : Gnocchi with tomato sauce, roast lamb, game, deer and full-bodied cheeses


Aging potential : 10 to 15 Years

  • Country : Italy
  • Region : Puglia
  • Producer : Gianfranco Fino
  • Appellation : Primitivo Salento IGT
  • Classification alfavin : Powerful red
    Powerful, tannic, complex and full bodied. A wine of concentration, intensity and exceptional lingering flavour. High aging potential
  • Grape : Primitivo
  • Content : 75 cl
  • Type : Red
  • Wine Name : Gianfranco Fino Es Primitivo 2019

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Puglia

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Gianfranco Fino

The domain was created in 2004 by the purchase of a small vineyard of 1.3 hectares in the countryside of Manduria. Today, Gianfranco Fino owns about 14.5 hectares of agricultural land. From the beginning, the mission of the company was to ...

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