ANTIERI Susumaniello IGP Salento Schola Sarmenti

Quantity	13 - 18	19 - 24	25 - 30	31+
Price	€13,72	€13,44	€13,16	€12,88

Quantity

13 - 18

19 - 24

25 - 30

31+

Price

€13,72

€13,44

€13,16

€12,88

Description

“ANTIERI” Susumaniello Salento IGP by Schola Sarmenti: The latest wine produced by the winery, made with **100% Susumaniello**, an indigenous grape variety with a distinct personality. Characterized by **12 months of aging in French oak barrels**, it is a **decisive, fresh, balanced wine with great body**. Its complex aromas range from **ripe red fruits** to notes of **sweet spices and cloves**.

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Technical Sheet

Denomination:	Salento IGP
Producer:	Schola Sarmenti
Region:	Nardò (Lecce)
Grape Variety:	Susumaniello (100%)
Vineyard:	Relatively young, cultivated with Guyot and Spalliera systems.
Alcohol Content:	12% vol
Type:	Full-bodied, Fresh, and Spicy Red
Wood Aging:	At least 12 months in French oak barrels.
Bottle Aging:	6-9 months.
Production History:	The latest addition to Schola Sarmenti’s line, focusing on quality indigenous grapes.

History and Winemaking

ANTIERI is produced with Susumaniello grapes hand-harvested during the second and third weeks of September and selected on a sorting table. Vinification, including maceration and fermentation at a controlled temperature, takes place in stainless steel tanks. The defining phase is the aging of at least **12 months in French oak barrels**, followed by an additional rest of **6-9 months in the bottle**. This long aging period contributes to its complex and balanced personality.

Organoleptic Profile

Appearance: **Intense and impenetrable ruby red** color.

Nose: **Complex and delicate aromas** with fruity and spicy notes. **Blackberries, ripe cherries, black pepper, vanilla, and cloves** stand out.

Palate: **Decisive, fresh, balanced, with great body**. It is strong yet graceful. The extremely long persistence on the palate confirms its quality.

Food Pairings

Perfect with: First courses with meat sauces (ideal with lasagna, baked pasta) and Apulian traditional dishes, red meat main courses, game, and braised meats.

Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Recommended Glass: Full-bodied red wine glass.

Awards and Recognition (Various Vintages)

88/100 POINTS Wine Enthusiast (2017 Vintage)
87/100 POINTS Wine Enthusiast (2016 Vintage)
Mentioned by Enrico Malgi (LucianoPignataro.it) for its “seductive and captivating sip” and “well-smoothed and persuasive tannins.”

The Intense Character of Susumaniello – An elegant and spicy red, a modern expression of a great indigenous grape.

Additional information

Weight	1,3 kg
Grape	Susumaniello