Don Campiere Appassimento Puglia IGT Passito
Full-bodied red wine made via appassimento (dried grape) method · Don Campiere
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Full-bodied red wine made via appassimento (dried grape) method
Producer
Don Campiere
Country
Italy
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
Puglia IGT, Italy
Grape Varieties
A blend of traditional Southern Italian red grapes such as Primitivo, Negroamaro, and Nero di Troia, known for rich fruit expression and robust structure.
Color & Appearance
Deep, opaque ruby red with garnet reflections and thick, slow-moving legs indicating high alcohol and extract.
Aroma Profile
Intense aromas of dried dark fruits, black cherry jam, baked plum, complemented by sweet spices, vanilla, cocoa, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs.
Tasting Notes
Rich and velvety on the attack with a lush, fruit-forward mid-palate showing concentrated baked berry flavors. Finishes long, warm, and smoothly textured with lingering notes of sweet spice and cocoa.
Flavor Profile
Ripe blackberry, black cherry compote, fig, raisin, sweet tobacco, dark chocolate, and subtle oak-driven vanilla and clove.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a plush, velvety, and mouth-coating texture, supported by rich extract and low, soft acidity.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-low acidity providing a round mouthfeel, combined with very smooth, ripe, and well-integrated tannins that offer a gentle grip.
Sweetness Level
Off-dry to medium-dry with a subtle perception of residual sugar derived from the dried grape appassimento process, balanced by warm alcohol.
Alcohol Content
14.5% to 15.0% ABV, contributing significant warmth and body.
Aging & Oak
Aged in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels to soften the tannins and add subtle vanilla and spice complexity without masking the fruit.
Food Pairings
Ideal for hearty autumn dishes, grilled or roasted red meats, braised lamb shanks, game, rich stews, and aged hard cheeses like mature Pecorino or Parmesan.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a large Bordeaux or universal wine glass. Decanting for 30 minutes to an hour will help open up the concentrated aromas. Enjoy now.
Price Range
20 to 35 USD
Quality Assessment
Consistently high consumer and critic appeal, often praised with high ratings by wine critics like Luca Maroni for its lush, accessible fruit profile.
Production Methods
Appassimento method involving the partial drying of grapes on the vine or in temperature-controlled lofts to concentrate sugars, flavors, and extract before fermentation.
Terroir
Warm Mediterranean climate with abundant sunshine, moderate rainfall, and limestone-clay soils that impart great ripeness and depth to the native grapes.
History & Heritage
Rooted in the ancient winemaking traditions of Southern Italy, particularly the techniques of drying grapes to create rich, concentrated wines.
Interesting Facts
The bottle prominently features a high score badge from prominent Italian wine critic Luca Maroni, highlighting its appeal to lovers of rich, fruit-forward styles.
Cellaring Potential
Best consumed within 3 to 5 years of purchase to enjoy its vibrant fruit characteristics, though its sturdy structure allows for short-term cellaring.
Similar Wines
Appassimento styles from Puglia, Primitivo di Manduria, Amarone della Valpolicella, and Ripasso della Valpolicella.