Description
CUPONE Salice Salentino DOP Riserva – Feudi di Guagnano: An austere and unique Salice Salentino Riserva, produced only in the best vintages from **50-year-old Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera vines** trained in the *alberello* (bush vine) system. The **24 months of aging** (12 of which are in 5hl French oak barrels) delivers a wine of great brightness, with a composed aromatic profile ranging from nutmeg to black cherry jam.
Why choose it on SalentoWineShop
- ✅ Riserva wine produced only in exceptional vintages
- ✅ 50-year-old alberello vines
- ✅ Warm, smooth, and soft palate, with surprising freshness
- ✅ Balsamic and black cherry notes, long and persistent finish
Technical Sheet
| Name: | CUPONE Salice Salentino DOP Riserva |
| Denomination: | Salice Salentino DOP Riserva |
| Producer: | Feudi di Guagnano |
| Region: | Puglia (Apulia) |
| Production Area: | Guagnano (Lecce) |
| Grape Variety: | Negroamaro 90% | Malvasia Nera 10% |
| Vintage: | 2019 (Reference) |
| Alcohol Content: | 13.5% Vol. |
| Size: | 0,75 cl. |
| Type: | Red Wine Riserva |
| Vineyard: | **50-year-old alberello vines**, grown in medium-textured soils in the Guagnano area. |
| Winemaking and Aging: | Maceration and fermentation for **two weeks**. Total aging of **24 months**, including **12 months in 5hl French oak barrels** (and bottle aging). |
Story and Longevity
CUPONE takes its name from a mysterious area of the Guagnano estate, known for its unique soil characteristics. This wine reflects the complexity of its terroir, combining the austere elegance of Negroamaro Riserva with an unexpected freshness. It is a wine of **excellent aging potential (estimated 6-8 years and beyond)**. Decanting is recommended before serving.
Organoleptic Profile
Color: **Red of particular brightness and consistency**.
Nose: **Composed and austere**. Scents of **nutmeg** and **Mediterranean herbs**.
Palate: **Warm, persuasive, and soft**, balanced by a remarkable **freshness** and an uncommon acidic note. Notes of **balsamic jam and black cherry**. Linear tannins. **Long and persistent** finish.
Food Pairings
Ideal with: **Roasted or stewed red meats (such as *braciola al sugo*)**, **feathered game**, **very aged cheeses (e.g., Caciocavallo)**, and **meditation**.
Serving Temperature: 16-18° C
Awards and Recognition
*A Salice Salentino Riserva that combines tradition, complexity, and unexpected freshness.*
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