Rosso Salento "Il Pumo" San Marzano
| Sommelier score | 89/100 | 2025 |
| Winery | San Marzano |
| Denomination | Rosso Salento IGP |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | Vitigni a bacca rossa tipici del Salento |
| Alcohol content | 13,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | San Marzano - San Marzano di San Giuseppe (TA) - Via Monsignor Bello, 9 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Cannelloni, Caponata, Cold cuts and salami, Medium-aged cheeses, Rabbit, Grilled meat, Roast meat |
| Region | Apulia (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Salento |
The San Marzano winery produces this sensational red wine which is the maximum expression of research and refinery between innovation and technology in the Salento. The density is 4500 trees per hectare and the vineyards are located in the San Marzano hamlet in Puglia in the core of the Salento. The cultivation soil is located at 100 meters above the sea level with hot climates with few rains. The soil is clay, not deep with some rocks. The grape harvest takes place in the second half of September and there is a thermo-controlled maceration for 10 days followed by an alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts. The refinement takes place in steel. The Rosso Salento IGP keeps its organoleptic characteristics for 5 years.
Characteristics of the Rosso Salento Il Pumo
It has an intense ruby red color with purple reflections. The smell is complex and wide with red fruits aromas. The taste has a good structure and it is also balanced and fresh.
Suggested pairings with this wine from Puglia
This red wine is perfect with cold cuts, important courses such as the risotto or light meats. It must be served at 16°C in a Ballon wine glass. The proof is 13,5%.
