“Jo” Negroamaro Salento IGT 2022

Gianfranco Fino | Puglia
Gianfranco Fino Viticoltore | Via Piave 12 | IT 74028 Sava

15132122 · 0,75 l · 92,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

A Negroamaro with a grand gesture and deep expression: Gianfranco Fino's "Jo" comes from over 50-year-old Alberello vines, rooted in calcareous and clayey soils not far from the Ionian coast. The 2022 vintage was characterised by heat and drought, but the deep roots of the old vines ensured balance and ripeness. The meticulously selected grapes are fermented spontaneously and matured in French barriques – with the aim of maximising origin and texture. Dense ruby red in colour with violet hues. The nose is opulent yet delicate: ripe black cherry, blackberry, garrigue herbs, roasted hazelnut, liquorice and a hint of cocoa. Concentrated but not overloaded on the palate, with a firm structure, supple tannins and dark, spicy fruit. The acidity remains present and carries the aromatic framework through to a long, finely bitter finish. "Jo" is a Negroamaro of great precision and depth, which draws its strength not from overripeness, but from care, respect for the vine and skilful ageing – an authentic masterpiece from Apulia that grows in complexity with every sip. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby red with a brightened rim. Fragrant, appealing nose of blood orange, cherry and some dark chocolate. Slightly drying tannin on the palate, paired with a spicy finish and long final." Falstaff