{"product_id":"2020-san-marzano-60-sessantanni-old-vines-primitivo-di-manduria","title":"2020 San Marzano 60 Sessantanni Old Vines Primitivo di Manduria","description":"\u003cp\u003e2020 San Marzano 60 Sessantanni Old Vines Primitivo di Manduria is a powerful, deeply expressive red from the heart of Apulia, crafted from venerable bush-trained vines averaging 60 years of age. This is San Marzano’s iconic interpretation of Primitivo di Manduria, built for those who enjoy rich, opulent wines with real character and a sense of place. Combining old-vine concentration with polished winemaking, Sessantanni has become a modern benchmark for the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Primitivo shows a dense, almost opaque ruby-red color with garnet reflexes at the rim, hinting at both youth and depth. The nose is generous and layered: ripe black plum, dark cherry and blackberry compote are interwoven with notes of dried figs, sweet tobacco, vanilla, cocoa, and a touch of licorice and warm spice.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied, velvety and enveloping, with a plush texture and well-integrated tannins. Flavors of black fruits and macerated cherries unfold alongside hints of chocolate, coffee, and sweet baking spices, supported by a gentle freshness that keeps the richness in balance. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of fruit and spice. While already very approachable in its youth, this 2020 vintage has the structure and concentration to evolve gracefully for 8–10 years from the vintage, gaining additional complexity and softness with bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSessantanni is sourced from old, low-yielding Primitivo vines in the DOC of Primitivo di Manduria in southern Puglia, where Mediterranean breezes, hot days and cooler nights, along with red, iron-rich soils over limestone, give both ripeness and structure. The vines are traditionally bush-trained (alberello) and the grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve the intensity of the fruit and carefully sorted. Vinification emphasizes gentle extraction to capture the full spectrum of flavor without harshness, followed by aging in oak barrels (often a mix of French and American) to add complexity, polish the tannins, and integrate the wine’s natural power with subtle notes of vanilla and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a natural partner for robust, richly flavored dishes: think slow-cooked meat ragù, grilled or roasted lamb, barbecue ribs, braised beef, game, or hearty pasta and lasagne. It also works beautifully with aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino and with dishes featuring tomato-based sauces and Mediterranean herbs. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to show its full aromatic range. Decanting for 45–60 minutes before serving is recommended, especially in its younger years, to allow the wine to open up and soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCantine San Marzano was founded in 1962 as a cooperative by a group of local growers in the village of San Marzano in Puglia, with the goal of showcasing the quality potential of native varieties such as Primitivo and Negroamaro. Over the decades, the winery has evolved into one of the region’s most respected producers, combining small-grower vineyard heritage with modern cellar technology. Sessantanni is their flagship Primitivo di Manduria, a cuvée that helped redefine the international reputation of the appellation by proving that old-vine Primitivo can deliver both power and elegance. Today, San Marzano is widely recognized as a key ambassador for high-quality Apulian wines on the global stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Marzano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255052882257,"sku":"GCW-SANM-20102501","price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2020_San_Marzano_60_Sessantanni_Old_Vines_Primitivo_di_Manduria.png?v=1783456238","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2020-san-marzano-60-sessantanni-old-vines-primitivo-di-manduria","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}