Negroamaro | Grape variety
The Negroamaro grape variety is one of the autochthonous, i.e. indigenous, red vines of southern Italy. Especially in Puglia - the heel of the Italian boot - the so-called 'black bitter' is widespread and produces good and strong red wines. Negroamaro does not have the notoriety of the famous Primitivo, but produces similarly high qualities. Around Brindisi, Taranto and Lecce, the Negroamaro grape has always been cultivated and the vineyard area is only 20,000 hectares. This circumstance is due to the lack of marketing, because until today the 'black bitter' has little attention abroad. Although the wines would have this more than deserved.
All probability, the Greeks have brought this grape variety more than 2,000 years ago to Puglia. There Negroamaro is grown since that time and has become native. It was also the Greeks who introduced the traditional bush-tree cultivation. This was abandoned in favor of the espalier form, which allows higher planting density while maintaining the same quality. It is the unique climatic conditions that characterize the Apulian terroir: The intense sunshine during the day and the milder and cooler breezes from the sea during the nights. Through this interplay of soils and climate, the Negroamaro stores many flavors during its ripening.
Until recently predominantly used for Cuvees, now increasingly the single-varietal development takes place. The best example of Negroamaro is the famous Salice Salentino, where the grape variety is blended with Malvasia. There is no question of 'bitter' with Negroamaro - the 'black bitter'. The wines are indeed powerful and have a high tannin content. However, the southern climate also provides this soft red wine with the typical berry aromas. The slightly higher alcohol content provides hints of rum pot, this combination of fruit and alcohol is - what connoisseurs appreciate so much about Negroamaro. - Gerardo [TS11/24]
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Infinitum · Negroamaro DOC 2024Torrevento, Puglia
The Infinitum Negroamaro impresses at first glance with its bright cherry red color, which promises freshness and liveliness. On the nose, it unfolds an inviting bouquet of ripe red and dark berries, rounded off by a fine spiciness. This clear fruit aroma makes it particularly accessible and underlines its uncomplicated...
€ 5,95 = 7,93 €/L
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Anticaia · Negroamaro Salento IGT 2024Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
This pure Negroamaro Anticaia from the heart of Apulia has a deep ruby red color and an expressive bouquet, which is primarily characterized by dark berry fruits such as sour cherry and blackcurrant. There are also subtle hints of Mediterranean herbs and a subtle balsamic freshness, which lends the wine additional complexity and elegance. The aromas are clear and powerful without being overpowering and authentically reflect the originality of the grape...
€ 6,50 = 8,67 €/L
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Anticaia · Salice Salentino Rosato DOP 2025Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
The Anticaia Salice Salentino Rosato has a bright coral red color in the glass, which visually announces its lively personality. An intense yet elegant bouquet unfolds on the nose with aromas of fresh raspberries, wild berries and a hint of rose petals - a fragrance reminiscent of summer gardens. The cuvée is based on the traditional Salice Salentino grape varieties and brings out their fruity richness and fine spiciness in a particularly accessible...
€ 6,50 = 8,67 €/L
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Anticaia · Salice Salentino DOP 2022Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
The grapes for the characterful Anticaia Salice Salentino come from the traditional vineyards around San Donaci, where the Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera grape varieties have been ripening in the Apulian sun for generations. The bouquet opens with intense aromas of ripe, partly preserved dark fruit, accompanied by balsamic herbal notes, a hint of liquorice and a spicy hint of black pepper - an aroma that reflects the deep roots of the wine in its...
€ 6,50 = 8,67 €/L
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Salice Salentino DOC 2021Rivera, Puglia
Salice Salentino is a classic red wine made predominantly from the Negroamaro grape variety with a small addition of Malvasia Nera. Its strong, ruby red color immediately attracts attention, while the intense aroma of black and red fruits beguiles the senses. On the palate, the wine is tannic, accompanied by a subtle bitterness that adds an interesting complexity to the overall...
€ 7,50 € 6,99 = 9,32 €/L
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Anticaia · Salice Salentino Riserva DOP 2020Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
For the Anticaia Salice Salentino Riserva, the Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera grapes are cultivated according to the traditional Alberello system - a complex but particularly quality-enhancing form of cultivation that delivers outstanding results in the hot Apulian climate. The maturation period of 24 months in barriques gives the wine a remarkable depth, complexity and velvety elegance. An intense aroma of ripe, dark fruit, dried herbs and fine roasted aromas reminiscent of cedar wood and roasted...
€ 7,50 = 10,00 €/L
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Anticaia · Salice Salentino Riserva DOP 2019Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
For the Anticaia Salice Salentino Riserva, the Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera grapes are cultivated according to the traditional Alberello system - a complex but particularly quality-enhancing form of cultivation that delivers outstanding results in the hot Apulian climate. The maturation period of 24 months in barriques gives the wine a remarkable depth, complexity and velvety elegance. An intense aroma of ripe, dark fruit, dried herbs and fine roasted aromas reminiscent of cedar wood and roasted...
€ 7,50 = 10,00 €/L
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Faneros · Salice Salentino Rosso DOC 2020Torrevento, Puglia
The Salice Salentino Faneros is an intense ruby red in the glass, with light orange reflections that emphasize its maturity and depth. The nose reveals a complex interplay of aromas of dark cherries, ripe blueberries and a subtle spiciness, accompanied by a gentle hint of sweet tobacco, which lends the fragrance a warm, inviting...
€ 7,50 = 10,00 €/L
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Posta Vecchia · Salento Rosso IGT 2022Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
The Posta Vecchia has a deep ruby red color with light amber reflections that subtly hint at its maturity and elegance. A finely balanced bouquet of ripe red fruits such as cherries and raspberries unfolds on the nose, complemented by a gentle vanilla note that lends the wine a pleasant, almost creamy warmth. These nuances testify not only to the quality of the grapes used, but also to the careful ageing...
€ 7,95 = 10,60 €/L
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Marmorelle · Brindisi Negroamaro IGT 2021Tenuta Marilu, Puglia
The Marmorelle Negroamaro fascinates with its deep ruby red color, which immediately suggests its intensity and depth. A multi-layered interplay of aromas unfolds on the nose: juicy cherries, ripe raspberries and blackberries meet fine spicy notes such as nutmeg and a subtle hint of cocoa - an elegant combination that radiates warmth and...
€ 7,95 = 10,60 €/L
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Contrada del Falco · Salento Rosso IGT 2021Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
The Contrada del Falco is a cuvée with a strong character made from the traditional Negroamaro, Malvasia Nera and Primitivo grape varieties - three grapes that form the heart of Apulian viticulture like no other. The deep ruby red color with garnet reflections already reveals the density of this wine. The bouquet is intense and complex, with spicy notes, dark berries, a hint of tobacco and fine vanilla and toasted nuances, which are the result of twelve months of ageing in barrique...
€ 8,50 = 11,33 €/L
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Miraglio · Brindisi Negroamaro DOC 2021Tenute Rubino, Puglia
The Brindisi Negroamaro Miraglio presents itself with a brilliant ruby red color and a seductive bouquet. The aromas unfold notes of juicy cherries, blackberries and blueberries, accompanied by subtle nuances of tobacco and liquorice. It is full-bodied and elegant on the palate, supported by a harmonious alcoholic structure and smoothly integrated tannins. A Negroamaro with a strong character that embodies the essence of Puglia in style. - Gerardo [TS10/22]
€ 9,95 = 13,27 €/L
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Taranta · Salento Rosato IGT 2024 (Bio)Vetrère, Puglia
The Taranta Salento Rosato has a bright coral red color and is made from Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera - two grape varieties that give the wine its unmistakable identity. A seductive interplay of ripe berries, fine orange zest and delicate floral notes unfolds on the nose, immediately conveying a Mediterranean flair and reminiscent of balmy summer...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Tempio di Giano · Negroamaro IGT 2023Vetrère, Puglia
Tempio di Giano is a pure Negroamaro that immediately catches the eye with its bright ruby red color. The nose reveals a multi-layered, inviting bouquet with spicy notes, a hint of rum and a fine vegetal nuance that gives the wine additional depth and character. This aromatic complexity makes it an exciting experience even on the...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Sine Nomine · Salice Salentino Riserva DOC 2019Torrevento, Puglia
The Salice Salentino Riserva Sine Nomine impresses with an intense, inviting bouquet that combines ripe sour cherries, dark berries and subtle spicy notes. The nose also reveals subtle notes of herbs and vanilla, which lend the wine additional depth and complexity without being...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Sine Nomine · Salice Salentino Riserva DOC 2021Torrevento, Puglia
The Salice Salentino Riserva Sine Nomine impresses with an intense, inviting bouquet that combines ripe sour cherries, dark berries and subtle spicy notes. The nose also reveals subtle notes of herbs and vanilla, which lend the wine additional depth and complexity without being...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Eméra · Negroamaro Rosé Puglia IGT 2025Masseria Surani, Puglia
The Rosato from Masseria Surani, vinified 100% from the indigenous Negroamaro grape variety, captivates in the glass with its luminous color and convinces with an expressive, finely nuanced bouquet. On the nose, the beguiling scent of rose petals combines harmoniously with the crisp fruitiness of red currants and the exotic, tart accents of pomegranate. This aromatic complexity not only lends the Rosé an elegant and inviting character but also authentically reflects the unique terroir of...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Fulgeo · Negroamaro Salento IGP 2021Cantina San Donaci, Puglia
The Fulgeo is Cantina San Donaci's flagship Negroamaro and shows itself in the glass with an intense garnet red color and an almost impenetrable core. On the nose, it unfolds a complex interplay of spicy and fruity aromas: ripe blackberries, dark plums and a hint of black pepper meld with subtle hints of licorice and tobacco. This dense aroma gives the wine depth and character and reveals its sophisticated origins at first...
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Lago della Pergola · Negroamaro IGT 2022Vetrère, Puglia
Negroamaro Lago della Pergola has a deep dark red color with violet reflections and exudes an intense, complex bouquet. Aromas of red fruits, blackberries, and ripe plums blend harmoniously with subtle toasted oak notes, lending the wine additional elegance and depth. The selection of the best Negroamaro grapes ensures a balanced harmony between fruitiness, spice, and...
€ 18,95 = 25,27 €/L
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