Masca del Tacco
Riserva Piano Chiuso Primitivo di Manduria
Manduria, Puglia, Italy
Piano Chiuso Riserva, 2022, Masca del Tacco – Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Puglia, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
100% Primitivo sourced from the Manduria zone in southern Puglia, one of the most concentrated terroirs for the grape. This Riserva expression highlights the richness and power typical of Primitivo di Manduria while maintaining notable balance and polish.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with dark chocolate, sweet spice, and subtle Mediterranean herbal undertones.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and muscular with dense fruit concentration. Smooth tannins and a polished texture lead to a long and satisfying finish with minimal rustic edges.
Food Pairings
Braised meats, grilled steak, lamb dishes, hearty ragù pasta, aged cheeses.
Verdict
A powerful yet refined Primitivo that showcases the depth and character of Manduria with impressive balance and drinkability.
Did You Know?
Primitivo di Manduria wines often reach higher alcohol levels due to the region’s warm climate and naturally sugar-rich grapes, contributing to their bold structure and dense fruit profile.
🍷 Personal Pick
The real deal. Bold, character-driven, and dangerously drinkable, hard to stop at just one glass.
Piano Chiuso Riserva, 2022, Masca del Tacco – Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Puglia, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
100% Primitivo sourced from the Manduria zone in southern Puglia, one of the most concentrated terroirs for the grape. This Riserva expression highlights the richness and power typical of Primitivo di Manduria while maintaining notable balance and polish.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with dark chocolate, sweet spice, and subtle Mediterranean herbal undertones.
Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and muscular with dense fruit concentration. Smooth tannins and a polished texture lead to a long and satisfying finish with minimal rustic edges.
Food Pairings
Braised meats, grilled steak, lamb dishes, hearty ragù pasta, aged cheeses.
Verdict
A powerful yet refined Primitivo that showcases the depth and character of Manduria with impressive balance and drinkability.
Did You Know?
Primitivo di Manduria wines often reach higher alcohol levels due to the region’s warm climate and naturally sugar-rich grapes, contributing to their bold structure and dense fruit profile.
🍷 Personal Pick
The real deal. Bold, character-driven, and dangerously drinkable, hard to stop at just one glass.