“Askos” Susumaniello Salento IGT 2024

Masseria Li Veli | Puglia
Masseria Li Veli | S.P. Cellino-Campi, Km 1 | IT 72020 Cellino S. Marco

15172524 · 0,75 l · 20,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

An askos was a small Greek clay vessel dating from the 1st century BC – an ancient Decanter, designed for pouring wine. Masseria Li Veli has made this name the symbol of an entire project: the rescue, research and promotion of Apulian grape varieties that had almost vanished from the region’s collective memory. Susumaniello is one of them. For the Askos, Li Veli uses exclusively grapes from plots with particular suitability, cultivated according to the rules of an ancient tradition. Vines over 20 years old – partly trained in the traditional Alberello style, partly as Cordone speronato. Clay-sand soils with limestone deposits, hand-harvested at the end of September. Fermentation in French oak vats at controlled temperatures. Maturation in barriques and large French oak barrels.

A dark, deep ruby red. On the nose, notes of small red and black fruits, spices, liquorice, bitter cocoa and eucalyptus – with a distinctive character all of its own. Full-bodied on the palate without being heavy, a delight to drink, long and well-balanced. SUPERIORE.DE