| Type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Region | |
| Grapes | |
| Producer | |
| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 13.5% |
Torrevento Nero di Troia Riserva Ottagono
20143
GAMBERO
ROSSO
Spec sheet
The wine
Produced from an old vineyard at the foot of the Castle at 500 meters above sea level, it obtained the recognition of the first DOCG Nero di Troia Castel del Monte in 2014. The recognition of the DOCG represents the culmination of 30 years of work and experimentation on the native Nero vine of Troy.
With an impenetrable intense ruby color with violet reflections, the nose expresses sensations of black berry fruit with slight hints of spice. On the palate it is full-bodied and dense with a finish of great fullness and fruity notes, thanks to a perfect aging in large oak barrels. It goes well with dishes with rich flavors, red meat, game, lamb, roasts, cold cuts and aged cheeses.
Drinking and storing
Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC
Ratings and awards
| 2014 | 3 GR | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 91 PK | 4 VA |
PK: ParkerGR: Gambero
rossoVA: Viti
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Customer reviews
The winery
Torrevento
An ancient Benedictine monastery carved into the harsh rock of the Murgia plateau is the heart of one of the best wineries in the new showcase of quality winegrowing in Apulia: Torrevento. Torrevento, in the shadow of Castel del Monte, the medieval fort built by Frederick II of Swabia with the same beautiful rocks from the surrounding area, has been working since 1920 on the development and recovery of native grapes in this tiny plot in Apulia, with unique and traditional care...
