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The nose offers aromas of red currant, strawberry, and a hint of dried hibiscus. On the palate, it presents a fresh, uncomplicated acidity, a light body, and a short, clean, and fruity finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServing suggestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well chilled at 8–10 °C. Pairs well with grilled vegetables, light pasta salads, burrata with tomatoes, or as a simple summer evening drink on the patio. 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Botter, a producer specializing in southern Italian terroirs, captures this character in the Altopiano: approachable, direct, and straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, a deep ruby ​​red with a violet rim. The nose offers ripe blackberry and blackcurrant, along with a hint of clove and dark licorice. On the palate, it is juicy and rounded, with soft tannins and a fresh acidity that keeps the wine lively despite its richness. The finish is short to medium, with a slightly spicy note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 16–18 °C. Pairs well with pasta al ragù, grilled lamb chops, or spicy antipasti with salumi. 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Based near Corato, the cooperative has been working for decades to enhance indigenous grape varieties—most notably \u003cstrong\u003eNero di Troia\u003c\/strong\u003e , from which the Vigna Pedale is produced as a single varietal. The vines grow on the calcareous Murge plateau at an altitude of approximately 300 meters, which ensures the wine a natural freshness despite the southern Italian sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, a rich cherry red with ruby ​​reflections. The nose offers blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, underpinned by clove, tobacco, and a hint of dried herbs. 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The Cantina Social in Corato, at the foot of the Murge plateau, exclusively processes indigenous grape varieties from the region — including Nero di Troia, Primitivo and Negroamaro — and has significantly contributed to giving Apulian red wines international acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Ottagono displays a deep ruby ​​red color with violet reflections in the glass. The nose offers aromas of dark blackberry, plum, and a hint of dried herbs. 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This winery north of Bari has been working with the region\u0026#39;s indigenous grape varieties for decades, including Nero di Troia – the basis of Bolonero. This grape variety ripens slowly, develops natural acidity, and in good years produces wines with real structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a deep ruby ​​red with garnet reflections. The nose offers aromas of dark blackberry, plum, and a hint of dried herbs. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with tannins that are present but smooth – the typical character of Nero di Troia when not over-extracted. The finish offers a touch of spice and a lively acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Serving temperature: 16–18 °C. Pairs well with lamb chops, orecchiette al ragù, aged pecorino, or tomato sugo with aubergine. 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After careful harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented for approximately 15 days. Once the yeasts have settled, malolactic fermentation takes place. Before bottling, the wine matures for about six months in stainless steel tanks. The Tufarello Nero di Troia displays a brilliant garnet-ruby color. The nose offers intense aromas of dark berries and violets. 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