Paololeo Moramora Malvasia Nera 2023

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Producer	Paololeo
Vintage	2023
Style	Red
Region	Puglia
Country	Italy

About this wine

Paolo Leo MoraMora Malvasia Nera Salento IGP is an expressive and well-structured red wine from the heart of Salento. Intense ruby with purple hues, it offers pronounced aromas of red fruits, complemented by subtle notes of plum and spice. The palate is full-bodied, balanced, and elegant, with lively tannins and a lingering finish of ripe red fruit. Why You'll Love It This is a rare opportunity to experience 100% Malvasia Nera, a distinctive indigenous grape from Puglia's Salento region. Paolo Leo's careful vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques create a wine that's both expressive and elegant. Three months of maturation in French oak barrels adds subtle complexity without overpowering the vibrant fruit character. It's an authentic expression of Salento terroir that delivers exceptional quality and character at outstanding value. Meet the Producer Paolo Leo focuses on producing wines that express the distinctive terroir of Salento. Using careful vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques, the estate achieves wines that are aromatic, structured, and harmonious. Production Grapes are carefully destemmed and crushed. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 22–24°C for 8–10 days, allowing for optimal extraction of colour, aroma, and flavour while maintaining elegance and balance. The wine is matured for three months in French oak barrels, enhancing structure and adding subtle complexity without overpowering the fruit. Tasting Notes Intense ruby with purple tinges, the wine presents aromas of ripe red berries, plum, and spice. The palate is full-bodied yet harmonious, with lively tannins and a smooth, lingering finish. Food Match Pairs perfectly with slow-cooked meats in sauces, roasted or grilled dishes, and a selection of cheeses. Also excellent with pasta or pizza. Grape Variety Malvasia Nera