D'Addario Primitivo di Manduria Giaramano Riserva 2018

D'Addario Primitivo di Manduria Giaramano Riserva 2018 is a rich, deeply flavored red from the sun-soaked heart of Apulia in southern Italy. Crafted from carefully selected Primitivo grapes, this Riserva captures the grape’s trademark intensity while retaining an elegant sense of balance and freshness. It’s a compelling choice for those who enjoy full-bodied, characterful reds with both power and polish. As a Riserva from Primitivo di Manduria, this wine benefits from extended maturation, resulting in greater complexity, softer tannins and layered aromas. The Giaramano cuvée highlights the distinctive character of Manduria’s terroir—where old vines, warm days and cooling breezes from the Ionian Sea shape wines of notable depth. Primitivo itself has a long history in this corner of Italy, where it has been cultivated for centuries and has become one of Apulia’s most emblematic grape varieties.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, D'Addario Primitivo di Manduria Giaramano Riserva 2018 shows a deep, intense ruby red color with garnet highlights at the rim, hinting at its time in bottle and barrel. The nose is generous and expressive, with ripe blackberries, dark cherries and plums layered over notes of sweet spice, vanilla and cocoa, along with subtle hints of dried figs, licorice and a touch of Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, this Riserva is full-bodied and velvety, offering concentrated dark fruit flavors framed by polished tannins. Ripe black fruits, prunes and macerated cherries are complemented by accents of chocolate, baking spice and a gentle toasted note from oak aging. The acidity is well-judged, giving lift and preventing the richness from feeling heavy, while the finish is long, warming and slightly savory, with echoes of spice and dried fruit. Enjoyable now for its plush, generous character, it has the structure to evolve gracefully for several more years under good cellaring conditions.

Production
The Giaramano Riserva is sourced from vineyards in the Primitivo di Manduria area of Apulia, where vines thrive in warm, sunny conditions and well-drained soils often rich in limestone and red clay. These conditions, combined with cooling evening breezes from the nearby sea, help the grapes reach full ripeness while preserving aromatic complexity. Grapes are typically harvested at optimal maturity to capture Primitivo’s hallmark richness and concentration. In the cellar, a careful vinification with temperature-controlled fermentation extracts color, aroma and supple tannins without harshness. The wine is then aged as a Riserva in a combination of oak barrels and bottle, allowing flavors to integrate, tannins to soften and the wine’s signature depth and complexity to emerge.

Food & Serving
D'Addario Primitivo di Manduria Giaramano Riserva 2018 is a natural partner for richly flavored dishes and hearty cuisine. It pairs beautifully with slow-cooked meats such as braised beef, lamb shanks or osso buco, as well as grilled steaks, spicy Italian sausages and game. It also works well with robust pasta dishes featuring ragù, lasagna, aged hard cheeses and richly seasoned Mediterranean fare. Serve at around 16–18°C to show the wine at its best. Decanting for 30–60 minutes before serving will help open up the bouquet and allow the texture to soften further, especially if enjoyed in its youth.

Producer
D'Addario is a family-run producer rooted in Apulia, dedicated to showcasing the character of the region’s traditional grape varieties, with Primitivo at the forefront. Over the years, the estate has focused on careful vineyard management and thoughtful winemaking to bring out the full potential of Manduria’s terroir. By combining local know-how with modern techniques, D'Addario has built a reputation for wines that are both authentic and refined, expressing the warmth, intensity and generosity that have made Apulian reds increasingly sought-after on the international stage.

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