2021 Statua Negroamaro Salentino

Medium‑full bodied, dark‑fruited, and warmly Mediterranean, the 2021 shows the classic Negroamaro balance of richness and savoury grip. The vintage’s warmth gives it plush fruit, while the variety’s natural earthiness keeps it grounded.

Nose Black cherry compote, macerated blackberry, and dried plum. Beneath the fruit: sweet tobacco, bay leaf, cracked black pepper, and a faint balsamic lift. A subtle cocoa‑dust note emerges with air.

Palate Juicy black fruits up front — blackberry, black cherry, and a touch of amarena — followed by earthy spice, dried herbs, and a pleasant bitter‑chocolate edge. The tannins are firm but ripe, giving a confident, slightly rustic grip that suits the grape.

Finish Long, savoury, and gently warming. Notes of liquorice root, espresso, and dried Mediterranean herbs linger.

2021 Statua Negroamaro — A dark, generous Puglian red packed with blackberry, black cherry and sweet tobacco. Ripe tannins give a confident, savoury grip, finishing long with liquorice and dried herbs. A brilliant Mediterranean all‑rounder for hearty autumn dishes.