Casalécchio di Sorbo - L'Antesi

The barrel-aged Casalécchio di Sorbo from the Apulia wine-growing region presents itself in a bright purple red in the glass. The first nose of Casalécchio di Sorbo is flattering with notes of blackcurrants, mulberries and blackberries. The fruity components of the bouquet are joined by notes of barrel ageing and even more fruity, balsamic nuances.

On the palate, the Casalécchio di Sorbo from L'Antesi opens pleasantly dry, grippy and aromatic. The texture of this balanced red wine is wonderfully velvety on the palate. Thanks to its moderate fruit acidity, Casalécchio di Sorbo has a velvety mouthfeel without lacking freshness. The finish of this youthful red wine from the wine-growing region of Apulia, more precisely from Salento IGT, is impressive with a remarkable aftertaste.

Vinification of the Casalécchio di Sorbo from L'Antesi

The basis for the balanced Casalécchio di Sorbo from Apulia is grapes from the Primitivo and Syrah grape varieties. At optimum ripeness, the grapes for Casalécchio di Sorbo are harvested exclusively by hand without the help of coarse and less selective machines. After the harvest, the grapes are immediately taken to the press house. Here they are selected and carefully crushed. Fermentation then takes place in large oak barrels at controlled temperatures. Vinification is followed by maturation on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally drawn off.

Recommended pairing for L'Antesi Casalécchio di Sorbo

This Italian red wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is the perfect accompaniment to leek tortilla, ossobuco or potato pan with salmon.