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Varvaglione Papale Primitivo di Manduria
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Varvaglione Papale Primitivo di Manduria
A Primitivo di Manduria that shows why Apulia is one of Italy's most reliable addresses for this grape variety: dense, ripe, with a soft melt and plenty of aromatic depth.
Varvaglione 1921 has been cultivating Primitivo in Salento for over 100 years. The grapes for the Papale come from old vineyards around Taranto, near the Ionian Sea — a climate with long, hot summers and soils that give the Primitivo its typical ripeness and density.
In the glass, the wine shines ruby red with violet reflections. The nose is dominated by fruit jam, blackcurrant, blackberry, and dark cherry—accompanied by cocoa and a hint of licorice. On the palate, it is round and smooth, with soft tannins and a lingering, aromatic, and spicy finish.
Serving temperature 16–18 °C. Pairs well with brasato al vino rosso, grilled leg of lamb with rosemary butter, or mature pecorino cheese. Also a convincing and uncomplicated accompaniment to an evening meal, requiring no cooking effort.
Pairs with
Lamb, Pasta, Veal
Serving temperature?
14–16 °C
Closure type
Cork?
Bottle shape
Bordeaux
Bottle size
0,75 l
Nutritional values per 100 ml
Energy
364 kJ / 87 kcal
Fat
0 g
Fat, of which saturates
0 g
Carbohydrates
0.7 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
Legal & trade information
Allergens
Sulfites
Producer
Varvaglione 1921
Distributor
Varvaglione Vigne & Vini
Varvaglione Vigne & Vini
Contrada Santa Lucia, 74020 Leporano (TA)
SKU
V06448
Reviews
4.8
Very good Primitivo
Intensive ripe fruits.
Small price - Super wine
Classic Primitivo di Manduria
tastes good!
Enjoy it gladly. very pleasant.
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Quick answers
How does the Papale Primitivo di Manduria taste?
Dense and ripe, with soft melt: fruit jam, black currant, blackberry, dark cherry — plus cocoa and a hint of licorice. On the palate, round, with soft tannins and a spicy finish.
Is the Primitivo dry or does it have residual sugar?
It is vinified dry. The ripeness of the Primitivo grape from Salento ensures a full, melting impression — that is fruit density, not sweetness.
What does the Papale pair best with?
Classically with braised dishes like brasato or grilled leg of lamb. Also with salsiccia, mature Pecorino, or Caciocavallo. And uncomplicated in the evening without kitchen effort — it is powerful enough for that to stand on its own.
At what temperature should I serve it?
Ideally at 14–16 °C — meaning slightly chilled from the cellar, not from the warm living room. This keeps the aromatics fresh and prevents the alcohol (14% vol) from appearing too dominant.
How long does an opened bottle last?
Thanks to the density and the tannin structure, it keeps opened and well-sealed for 2–3 days in the refrigerator — bring to serving temperature briefly before serving.
What is behind the name Varvaglione 1921?
The Varvaglione winery has been growing Primitivo in Salento for over 100 years. The grapes for the Papale come from old vineyards around Taranto, near the Ionian Sea — a climate with long, hot summers that gives the Primitivo its typical ripeness.
The Winery
The family winery Varvaglione is located not far from the Ionian coast with a view of the Gulf of Taranto and the city of the same name, also known as “the city of the two seas,” which is washed by the Ionian Sea along the coast and by the inland sea “Mare Piccolo.”
The soils on which the vines grow are of different types, but mainly calcareous clay with fossils and iron oxides, which give the soil its typical reddish color.
The iron present in the soil helps with drainage and avoids stagnation after rainfall, and for this reason, the red earth is among the most suitable for wine production.
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