This grape, almost abandoned, has been revived by winemakers like Leone de Castris. Per Lui is a range of wines made from indigenous grape varieties, and dedicated to the pioneer of wine grandfather, Salvatore Leone de Castris. This wine production is only 2,000 bottles !
Old and rare local grape that gives great complex wines, well structured, with...
This grape, almost abandoned, has been revived by winemakers like Leone de Castris. Per Lui is a range of wines made from indigenous grape varieties, and dedicated to the pioneer of wine grandfather, Salvatore Leone de Castris. This wine production is only 2,000 bottles !
Old and rare local grape that gives great complex wines, well structured, with aromas of ripe fruits, and very productive the first 10 years, hence the name Susumaniello (which means "loaded like a donkey").
After 10 years, the productivity of the vine goes significantly down. Grapes ripening in mid-September are very sweet, with a good content of total acidity. This rare red wine can satisfy the most demanding palates.
75 cl
CHF36.50
Tax included
Full red
Country
Italy
Region
Puglia
Producer
Leone de Castris
Appellation
Salento IGT
Grape
Susumaniello
Wine Name
Leone de Castris Per Lui Susumaniello 2017
Color
intense ruby red with violet hues.
Nose
pleasant with aromas of ripe red fruits, Mediterranean herbs, accompanied by a touch of balsamic and slightly peppery.
Mouth
ample and supple with a beautiful structure and a discrete and elegant floral finish.
Winemaking
Fermentation and maceration at controlled temperature (26 ° C) for about 10 days. Aging in French oak barrels for about 12 months.
Aging potential
7-12 Years
Alcohol level
13.5%
Meals
Rack of lamb, grilled red meats, braciola with tomato sauce, game, full-bodied cheese.
The Legacy of Leone de Castris Winery
Foundation and Historical Significance
The story of the Leone de Castris winery started in 1665, when it was founded by Duke Oronzo in the small village of Salice Salentino, near the town of Lecce ...
With more than one eighth of the country's vineyards, Puglia is often considered to be the wine cellar of Italy, topping the list of the number of hectolitres produced alongside Sicily.
While yield and productivity tend to hold ...