Description

PRODUCER:
In 1962, nineteen vine growers from San Marzano combined their efforts to establish “Cantine San Marzano”. Over the years, the cooperative has grown significantly and now comprises over 1200 vine growers. They are now one of the most professional, forward-thinking companies in Southern Italy, with a reputation for producing great wines. Their production philosophy is simple but uncompromising; “passion” and “competence” are the bywords at the heart of their everyday activity.

VINEYARD:
Talò is a common surname in San Marzano and choosing it to name Talò range collectively acknowledges the farmers of the village who, with their families, look after each vineyard as if it were their own garden. San Marzano recognises the contribution their producers make, with whom they work closely to achieve the best from their land. The outstanding quality of these wines could not be created without them. The vineyard is located in Salento, Puglia at approximately 100 metres above sea level. The site benefits from a great diurnal temperature variation, which is ideal for promoting an extended ripening period for the vines and concentrating the flavours in the berries. The soft soil layer is clayey and quite thin, with a good presence of rocks, making it an ideal growing location for vines. The harvest takes place during the second week of September.

WINEMAKING:
The grapes underwent temperature-controlled maceration for approximately 10 days, extracting the desired level of colour, aromatics and structure. Fermentation took place with selected yeasts, and once completed, the wine was aged in French oak barrels for four to six months, imparting subtle complexity.

TASTING NOTE:
An intense and complex bouquet of ripe red fruits combined with hints of spice. A full-bodied wine with delicious flavours of Morello cherry and vanilla notes through to a smooth finish.

GRAPES:
Malvasia Nera 100%.