Cosimo Taurino 'Notarpanaro' Negroamaro Salento Rosso 2013 750ml

Cosimo Taurino was a pioneer of quality winemaking in Salento, Puglia's southern 'heel'. Notarpanaro is one of the estate's classic reds, made from Negroamaro, the region's signature dark, savory grape. 100% Negroamaro sourced from the 40-ha Notarpanaro vineyard 40-year-old vines Harvested at the end of September Fermentation and maceration for 10-15 days in temperature controlled stainless steel at 25° C Aged in 2.25 hectoliters french oak barrels of second, third and fourth passage for 6-8 months Average number of bottles produced annually: 450,000 First year of production: 1970