Ruminat Primitivo Lunaria Biodynamic 2019
Region
The mountainous Abruzzo region of central Italy is situated halfway up the `boot` neighbouring Marche to the north, Lazio to the west and Molise to the south east. Abruzzo is home to one DOCG - Montepulciano d`Abruzzo Colline Teramane, and three DOCs - Cerasuolo Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo and Controguerra. Abruzzo mostly produces wines from Montepulciano but also Sangiovese, Pecorino and Passerina as well as more international varietals such as Chardonnay.
Producer
Cantina Orsogna is an award-winning Abruzzo cooperative specialising in native grapes of the region such as Montepluciano d`Abruzzo, Cococciola and Pecorino. Orsogna are committed to the biodynamic principles by which they make their wine and have many certified Demeter biodynamic wines. Under the brand Lunaria, they support the activities of the WWF LIFE Euroturtles project to protect turtles in the Mediterranean. The aim of the project is to improve the conservation status of the EU populations of two sea turtle priority species, the loggerhead turtle Caretta Caretta and the green turtle Chelonia Mydas.
Tasting Notes
This Primitivo is a bright ruby red in colour. On the nose, aromas of black cherry and violets leap from the glass. The palate is soft and smooth with notes of sweet black cherries and blackcurrant fruits combined with notes of cinnamon and cloves supported by lovely soft tannins. Well balanced with a fresh acidity and a long, fruity finish.
Food
Serve with dry cured meats and mature cheeses.
Country: Italy
Region: Abruzzo
Producer: Orsogna
Grape(s)Primitivo (100%)
Type: Red
Style: Fruity
Oaked Style: Unoaked
Body Style: Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style: Dry
Alcohol Content: 14%
Closure Style: Cork
Organic/Biodynamic: Biodynamic
Vegetarian/Vegan: Vegetarian Yes / Vegan Yes
Allergens
Sulphites: Yes
Milk: No
Egg: No