Conti Zecca
Rich dark fruit flavors with elegant spice and a smooth, warming finish.
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Introduction
Donna Marzia Primitivo is a rich and flavorful red wine produced by Conti Zecca, a historic winery in Puglia, Italy. Made from the Primitivo grape variety, this wine embodies the warmth and character of Italy's sun-drenched Salento region.
Winemaking
The wine is crafted using carefully selected Primitivo grapes, which are harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure concentrated flavors. The grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve their fruity characteristics, followed by aging that helps develop complexity while maintaining freshness.
Taste Profile
On the nose, this Primitivo offers intense aromas of ripe dark fruits, particularly blackberry and black cherry, with subtle hints of spice and vanilla.
The palate reveals:
- Full-bodied structure with soft tannins
- Rich flavors of dark berries and plum
- Notes of baking spices and subtle oak
- Warm, smooth finish with balanced acidity
Territory
This wine hails from Puglia, specifically the Salento peninsula in southern Italy. The region's Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters, combined with limestone-rich soils, provides ideal conditions for growing Primitivo grapes. The warm climate helps achieve optimal grape ripeness, resulting in wines with good structure and concentrated flavors.
Fun Facts
- Primitivo is genetically identical to California's Zinfandel grape variety
- The name "Primitivo" refers to the grape's early-ripening nature, derived from the Latin "primativus" meaning "first to ripen"
- Conti Zecca has been producing wines in Puglia since 1580
- The Salento region is known as the "heel" of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula