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crisp, revealing perfectly ripened apricots, stone • This is one of the few vineyards that has an
minerals, and a rich texture that leads to a refresh- underground river.
ing finish.
ESTATE
With agnello, lamb roasted with rosemary, red
wine, and garlic: Name: Fortified Farm named
Altemura
Castello di Albola Chianti Classico DOCG 2016:
On the nose, this is bursting with strawberry, red Location: The property is
berries, and notes of sage, spice cake, and subtle located in Salento in the
earth. Vibrant and medium bodied on the palate, heart of the Puglia region,
revealing lively cherry and exotic spice and leading between the Ionian and
to polished tannins and a delicate finish. Adriatic Sea, approximate-
ly an hour from Lecce. The
For Pasquetta: The Monday after Easter is property has about 750
Pasquetta, “little Easter.” Italians pack up their acres, 370 of which are dedi-
Easter leftovers, grab a picnic basket and blanket, cated to vineyards.
and head to the nearest park. A bottle of wine is
indispensable. Castello del Poggio Sweet Red: will Elevation: 230 ft. above sea
hit the spot without hitting you over the head for level.
a mid-afternoon tipple (just 5.5% alcohol), and is
deliciously juicy when chilled, with notes of apricot Soil: A mixture of clay and
and peach. chalky gravel.
“Discover the Simplicity of Puglia” Climate: Maritime, charac-
terized by warm days, cool
nights and northerly winds.
Temperatures range on average from 48°F in the
winter and 80°F in the summer.
Training System: Guyot, unilateral method.
Vine Density: 5,500 vines per hectare.
Varietals: Primitivo, Negroamaro, Aglianico and
Fiano.
HISTORICAL NOTES
In the 4th century B.C., the history of Masseria
Altemura began with the construction of the Santa
Susana Tower. Masseria Altemura, similar to other
masserias, was a fortified farmhouse in Puglia that
POINTS OF INTEREST served the purpose of protecting the land and its
resources from foreign invaders. In 2000, the Zonin
• Reflective limestone fragments warm the family acquired the property and restored it to
grapes. its original splendor. The family has gone to great
lengths to preserve the estate’s underground river,
• The word ‘masseria’ means self-sufficient forti- century old olive groves and the region’s winemak-
fied farm. ing traditions for future generations.
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