Soluno Primitivo - Lorusso Michele

In the glass, Soluno Primitivo - Lorusso Michele presents itself in a deep dark ruby red with an almost impenetrable core and violet reflections at the rim. The bouquet impresses with an expressive aroma of ripe sour cherries, lush prunes and juicy blackberries. This is joined by hints of vanilla, toasted wood, sweet clove as well as a touch of cocoa and warm spice that recalls a Mediterranean spice market.

On the palate, a powerful, caressing red wine unfolds, with opulent fruit sweetness and impressive fullness. The texture appears massive, almost oily as it glides, carried by ripe berry fruit and concentrated dried fruit. The tannins are soft and round, elegantly caressing the tongue and at the same time giving the wine stability and structure. A finely tuned acidity freshness sets a vibrant counterpoint to the intense sweetness, lending the wine tension and drinkability.

The Primitivo grape variety from Salento shows its temperamental side here, with compelling fruit, warm, spicy wood tones and a long, aroma-rich aftertaste. On the finish, notes of plum compote, cherry jam, vanilla sugar and subtly smoky wood linger. The style appears modern, opulent and at the same time precise, clearly geared towards fullness, density and expressive aromatics.

• Color: deep ruby red with a violet shimmer
• Nose: prune, sour cherry, vanilla, toasted wood, clove
• Palate: semi-sweet, powerful, softly structured, velvety tannins
• Texture: full-bodied, concentrated, long-lasting
• Style: modern, fruit-driven, powerful

1. Grape variety: 100% Primitivo
2. Origin: Salento IGT, Apulia, Italy
3. Aging: stainless steel tank and small wooden barrels
4. Alcohol content: 17.0% vol.
5. Cellaring potential: about 7 years from the vintage

Soluno Primitivo - Lorusso Michele comes from sun-drenched Salento in Apulia, a region known for powerful, fruit-driven Primitivo wines. The intense sunshine and warm days ensure high ripeness, while cooler nights and proximity to the sea promote aromatic depth. Calcareous, partly loamy soils give the vines minerality and good water retention, resulting in particularly dense, aromatic grapes.

Production of the Soluno Primitivo by Lorusso Michele

The Primitivo vines grow in selected sites in Salento, whose soils consist of calcareous earth, red clay and stony layers. This combination provides the vines with an ideal balance of nutrient richness and permeability. The vines are in some cases of considerable age, which reduces the quantity of grapes and increases the concentration in the must.

The harvest is carried out selectively as soon as the grapes reach a high physiological ripeness and intense aromatics. The berries are gently brought to the winery in order to fully preserve the fruit intensity. After destemming, temperature-controlled fermentation follows, during which the maceration time extracts color compounds, tannins and aromas deep from the grape skins, thus promoting the rich color and opulent profile.

Part of the wine then matures in stainless steel tanks, where clarity of fruit and the grape variety’s typical juiciness take center stage. Another part spends some time in small wooden barrels. This barrel aging gives the wine additional complexity, delicate roasted aromas, notes of vanilla and clove, and a fine structure. The harmonious interplay of wood and stainless steel leads to a red wine that shows both modern freshness and classic depth.

Winemaker Lorusso Michele’s style places value on expressive fruit, density and elegant sweetness. Each batch undergoes careful assessment before it flows into the final cuvée. The result presents itself as a characterful Salento Primitivo that unites Mediterranean temperament, opulent fruit richness and fine wood spice. The high distinction of 98 points from Luca Maroni underscores the care and quality standards behind this wine.

Enjoyment recommendations for Soluno Primitivo - Lorusso Michele

This red wine pairs excellently with dark, aromatic dishes. Its dense structure and pronounced fruit sweetness harmonize ideally with intensely flavored foods. The combination is particularly impressive with robust braised beef or lamb, spicy stews and slowly cooked ragouts. Spicy Salsiccia pizza, lasagne al forno and pasta with intense tomato or ragout sauces are impressively complemented by this Primitivo.

• Robust pot roast with dark sauce
• Spicy Salsiccia pizza or Pizza Diavola
• Lasagne, cannelloni, pasta with ragù
• Aged hard cheese and spicy semi-hard cheese varieties
• Chocolate desserts with a dark fruit component

In a culinary context, this wine accompanies lavish birthday celebrations, festive menus or an intense evening by the fireplace with friends. Its opulent play of aromas is wonderfully suited to moments of enjoyment in which red wine and food form a powerful duo. It also shows all its charm on its own after an extensive dinner, revealing ever new nuances with a little time in the glass.

The optimal serving temperature is between 15 and 18 °C in a classic red wine glass so that aroma and texture can fully unfold their expressiveness. A short period of aeration in a decanter before drinking further intensifies the aromas and rounds off the structure. Stored for a few years in a cool, dark place at a constant temperature, this wine is particularly suitable thanks to its density and sweetness. With increasing maturity, further notes of dried fruits, spices and fine chocolate spice develop, making Soluno Primitivo - Lorusso Michele a fascinating companion for many occasions of enjoyment.

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