SALICE SALENTINO DOP Cantele

Description

SALICE SALENTINO DOP Riserva – Cantele: An iconic red from Puglia, Cantele’s Salice Salentino DOP is primarily produced with **Negroamaro** and a balance of **Malvasia Nera** (as per the DOP rules). It is distinguished by an aging period of approximately **6 months in second and third-passage barriques**, which enriches its profile with notes of **caramelized red fruits, spices, and amber**. The palate is soft and well-balanced by fresh acidity and polished tannins.

Why Choose It

✅ The quintessential **Protected Designation of Origin** (DOP) of Salento

✅ Aged in **second and third-passage barriques** for 6 months

✅ Complex aromatic profile: **red fruits, spices, tea, and amber**

✅ **Balanced and soft**, with non-aggressive tannins

Technical Sheet

Name:	SALICE SALENTINO DOP Riserva
Denomination:	SALICE SALENTINO DOP
Producer:	Cantele
Region:	Puglia (Apulia)
Production Area:	Guagnano (Lecce)
Grape Variety:	Negroamaro (Prevalent) and Malvasia Nera (Traditional Blend)
Vintage:	2022 (Reference)
Alcohol Content:	13% Vol.
Size:	0,75 cl.
Type:	Still Red Wine
Serving Temperature:	18° C (64° F)
Vineyard Details:	Cordon Spur training system in the Guagnano area. Harvest at the end of September.
Winemaking and Aging:	Maceration with skins for approximately 10 days. Fermentation at a controlled temperature ($25-26^\circ\text{C}$). Aging in second and third-passage barriques for approximately 6 months and completion of aging in steel, as required by the regulations.

General Description and Longevity

The Salice Salentino DOP Riserva is a pillar of Apulian production. The “Riserva” designation implies extended aging which, in this case, includes a period in wood to round out and integrate the tannins. The structure and balance between softness and acidity make it a versatile wine, suitable for immediate drinking or cellaring for **3-4 years** for greater evolution of spicy and tertiary notes.

Organoleptic Profile

Color: **Intense ruby red** with garnet streaks.

Nose: Aromas of **caramelized red fruits and spices**, with distinct notes of **boxwood, tea, and amber**.

Palate: **Balanced and soft**. The pronounced alcohol is balanced by **non-aggressive tannins** and **fresh acidity**. Full palate, with the return of olfactory sensations.

Food Pairings

Ideal with: **Stewed or grilled red meats**, **savory roasts**, **feathered game**, **aged cheeses**, and the typical **first courses of Apulian tradition** based on meat.

Serving Temperature: 18° C (64° F)