Batasarro Rosso Lamezia DOC Riserva

Batasarro demonstrates what Calabria can do when one of Italy's oldest grape varieties is given time to mature: Gaglioppo, aged for 18 months in oak barrels and new barriques, with the character of a Riserva.

The Statti winery lies in the heart of the Lamezia plain in Calabria — one of the few family-run wineries that consistently position this region as a quality area. The Lamezia DOC is small, often overlooked, but the Gaglioppo grape thrives here on poor, well-drained soils with plenty of sunshine and cool nights, which bring structure to the grapes.

In the glass, the Batasarro displays aromas of dark cherry and dried plum, underpinned by cedar, licorice, and a hint of tobacco—traces of the barrique aging that have integrated well. The tannins are firm but well-supported by 18 months of oak maturation; the finish is warm, spicy, and lingering.

Serving suggestion: Best served between 16 and 18 °C. Pairs well with leg of lamb with rosemary , braised beef cheeks, or a strong hard cheese such as Pecorino Crotonese. Best enjoyed by 2028.