Description
“IMPERATRICE” Salento IGP by Masseria Mita (Organic): A regal blend combining the power of **Primitivo (70%)** with the balance of **Negroamaro (30%)**. Produced by an organic farm in Crispiano (Manduria area), this wine ages for **12 months in French oak barrels** and an additional year in the bottle, offering a succulent, enveloping, and warm palate with notes of red fruits, pepper, and cloves.
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History and Winemaking
“Imperatrice” is named after the owning family of Masseria Mita. Primitivo and Negroamaro grapes are harvested manually at different times (Primitivo in early September, Negroamaro in late September) and vinified separately at a controlled temperature. After blending, the wine matures for a full **12 months in French oak barrels**, followed by an additional **one year of aging in the bottle**, ensuring complex evolution and regal balance.
Organoleptic Profile
Appearance: Intense ruby red color with very slight purplish reflections.
Nose: Powerful yet balanced, with hints of **strawberry, red fruits, and cherry jam** intertwining with pleasantly spiced notes of **pepper and cloves**.
Palate: **Succulent, enveloping, persistent, and warm**. The Negroamaro provides enviable length and mitigates any slight sweetness from the Primitivo, offering incredible balance.
Food Pairings
Perfect with: Fatty and succulent roasted red meats, pork preparations with rich sauces, and medium-aged sheep cheeses.
Serving Temperature: 18°C
Recommended Glass: Large glass for full-bodied red wines
The organic blend of Manduria – A powerful and balanced red, the fruit of Masseria Mita’s passion.





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