Ruminat Primitivo Lunaria Biodynamic 2022
Country
Italy
Region
Abruzzo
Producer
Orsogna
Grape(s)
Primitivo (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
14%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Biodynamic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
The mountainous Abruzzo region is on the east coast of central Italy, which is south of Marche and north of Puglia. The region has two distinct areas with the hillside vineyards having warm continental climate with cooling from the Apennine mountains and then the flatter coastal zone which has a warm Mediterranean climate. Abruzzo is home to the red Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC, white Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC. Abruzzo mostly produces wines from Montepulciano but also Sangiovese, Pecorino and Passerina as well as more international varietals such as Chardonnay.
Producer
Cantina Orsogna is an award-winning Abruzzo cooperative specialising in native grapes of the region such as Montepluciano d`Abruzzo, Cococciola and Pecorino. Orsogna are committed to the biodynamic principles by which they make their wine and have many certified Demeter biodynamic wines. Under the brand Lunaria, they support the activities of the WWF LIFE Euroturtles project to protect turtles in the Mediterranean. The aim of the project is to improve the conservation status of the loggerhead turtle Caretta Caretta and the green turtle Chelonia Mydas.
Tasting Notes
This is a biodynamic wine, which means the producers have followed biodynamic principles to work with environment and seasons to maximise the natural potential of the vines and grapes and create a wine that best expresses the natural character of the grapes. This Primitivo has a bright ruby red colour. On the nose, aromas of plums, carobs, cherries and violets leap from the glass. The palate is soft and smooth with notes of rich black cherries and blackcurrant fruits combined with notes of cinnamon spice and cloves supported by lovely soft tannins. Well balanced with a fresh acidity and a long, fruity finish.
Food
Serve with dry cured meats, pasta dishes with tomato sauce and mature cheeses.
