Ruminat Primitivo

Region
The mountainous Abruzzo region is on the east coast of central Italy, which is south
of Marche and north of Puglia. The region has two distinct areas with the hillside
vineyards having warm continental climate with cooling from the Apennine mountains
and then the flatter coastal zone which has a warm Mediterranean climate. Abruzzo
is home to the red Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC, white Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC.
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
loggerhead turtle Caretta Caretta and the green turtle Chelonia Mydas.
Tasting Notes
This is a biodynamic wine, which means the producers have followed biodynamic
principles to work with environment and seasons to maximise the natural potential of
the vines and grapes and create a wine that best expresses the natural character of
the grapes. This Primitivo has a bright ruby red colour. On the nose, aromas of
plums, carobs, cherries and violets leap from the glass. The palate is soft and
smooth with notes of rich black cherries and blackcurrant fruits combined with notes
of cinnamon spice and cloves supported by lovely soft tannins. Well balanced with a
fresh acidity and a long, fruity finish.
Food
Serve with dry cured meats, pasta dishes with tomato sauce and mature cheeses.