Description
Salice Salentino DOP Riserva – Cosimo Taurino: The wine that embodies the tradition and elegance of Salento, produced in the heart of Puglia’s first and largest DOC area. Barrel aging and long-term cellaring potential give it a dry, complete, and highly structured profile.
Why choose it on SalentoWineShop
- ✅ Best price guaranteed in Salento
- ✅ Authenticity certified by the producer
- ✅ Specialized wine shipping
- ✅ Exclusive local expertise
History and Production
The Salice Salentino DOP Riserva by Cosimo Taurino is produced in Guagnano, a town in the province of Lecce located in the historically suitable area for producing Puglia’s first and largest Protected Designation of Origin (DOP), Salice Salentino. The wine reflects the tradition of the Cosimo Taurino Winery, with aging in barriques that enriches its profile, making it suitable for long-term cellaring.
Organoleptic Profile (Tasting Notes)
Color: **Quite intense but brilliant ruby red**, with a **slight orange rim** (indicating aging).
Nose: **Subtle, long, and delicate bouquet**.
Palate: **Dry, complete, and balanced**, **warm** with a slight **bitter background**, showing **consistent backbone and structure** (*stoffa*).
Food Pairings
Ideal Pairings: **Roasts** of white and red meats, **noble poultry**, **game**, **venison**, **cured meats**, and **mixed grills**.
Serving Temperature: 18° C
Awards and Recognition
*No specific awards or scores are listed for this particular label.*
The heart of the Negroamaro Riserva tradition. – A deep and structured red, ready for the table but ideal for the cellar.





Reviews
There are no reviews yet.