Description
TERRA SAN GIOVANNI Organic Primitivo Salento IGP – Cantina Fiorentino: A certified Organic Primitivo, sourced from Galatina. This wine stands out for its intense and complex aromatic profile, featuring notes of ripe fruit and sweet spices. On the palate, it is warm, soft, with a well-balanced equilibrium between freshness and tannins. Ideal for pairing with robust traditional dishes.
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Technical Sheet
| Name: | TERRA SAN GIOVANNI Organic Primitivo Salento IGP |
| Denomination: | SALENTO IGP |
| Producer: | Cantina Fiorentino |
| Region: | Puglia |
| Production Area: | Galatina |
| Grape Variety: | Primitivo (100%) |
| Certification: | Certified Organic |
| Vintage: | 2018 (as per source) |
| Alcohol Content: | 14.5% Vol. |
| Size: | 0,75 cl |
| Type: | Still Red Wine |
| Vineyard: | Spurred cordon system, loose medium-textured soils. Yield: 70 ql/He. |
| Winemaking: | Harvest mid-September. Fermentation with selected yeasts at 16-18°C. |
Story and Winemaking
Terra San Giovanni is Cantina Fiorentino’s expression of respect for the terroir, thanks to certified organic farming. The Primitivo grapes, sourced from the Galatina area, are carefully processed to enhance the varietal characteristics. Temperature-controlled fermentation and the use of selected yeasts aim to preserve the purity of the fruit and develop the complex spicy bouquet. The result is a wine that balances the power of Primitivo with a pleasant freshness and softness.
Organoleptic Profile
Color: **Clear ruby red** with faint **garnet** reflections.
Nose: **Good intensity and aromatic complexity**. Notes of **plum** and **blueberries**, enriched by spicy hints of **cinnamon** and **cloves**.
Palate: **Dry, warm, and soft**. Quite **fresh** and **tannic**, with good balance and **good persistence**.
Food Pairings
Ideal with: First courses based on meat, such as classic **ragu**, and roasted meats like **chicken and pork** cooked on a griddle or barbecue.
Serving Temperature: 16-18° C
Awards and Recognition
*A well-balanced Organic Primitivo, combining body and freshness in an enveloping sip.*
The warm and spicy Organic Primitivo, the authentic expression of Salento.







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