{"product_id":"tenute-rubino-primitivo-punta-aquila-2021","title":"Tenute Rubino Primitivo Punta Aquila 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePunta Aquila by Tenute Rubino is a still red wine from Salento, made exclusively from \u003cstrong\u003ePrimitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes. Its aromatic profile stands out for its ethereal and fragrant notes, creating a deep bouquet with hints of \u003cstrong\u003echerries in spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e, blackberry jam, blueberries and currants. The olfactory picture is enriched with spicy and earthy nuances, with hints of rhubarb, humus, tobacco, ginger, black pepper and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it reveals itself as bold and dynamic, offering a \u003cstrong\u003epowerful structure\u003c\/strong\u003e supported by vibrant freshness and exuberant tannins, with a finish characterised by a persistent mineral note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the Brindisi area in Apulia, specifically from the Punta Aquila zone. The vineyards, located one hundred metres above sea level, are rooted in \u003cstrong\u003emedium-textured soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is fundamental in giving the wine its typical deep ruby colour with garnet reflections. The vines are cultivated using the \u003cstrong\u003espurred cordon training system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Careful agronomic management allows for a \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled yield\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring rich and concentrated grapes that define the breadth and enveloping character of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins in the first days of September with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bunches are taken to the winery, where fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for about ten days. This is followed by a prolonged \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e, essential for optimal extraction of colour and aromatic components, completed by malolactic fermentation. The wine matures for five months in steel and continues ageing in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak truncated-cone barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, then rests further in the bottle before being released for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePrimitivo Punta Aquila\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tenute Rubino expresses the authentic bond of a family with the generous land of Salento. Produced in the Brindisi area from vineyards cultivated using the spur-pruned cordon method, this red wine is born from a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e carried out at the beginning of September. Combining knowledge and passion since 2000, oenologist Luca Petrelli shapes a vintage with a vibrant character, celebrated by the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eBibenda, Veronelli and AIS awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, which highlight this label’s ability to convey the true essence of Apulian winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tenute Rubino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44776378204331,"sku":"54560","price":13.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/tenute-rubino-primitivo-punta-aquila-2021_54560_1_09cc5e20-0e8d-40e9-8651-647ef5d8283a.webp?v=1773746980","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-se\/products\/tenute-rubino-primitivo-punta-aquila-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}