{"product_id":"amativo-2019-i-g-t-salento-cantele","title":"Amativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAmativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele, elegant and intense red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine with a enveloping profile and rich personality, made from \u003cstrong\u003ePrimitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNegroamaro\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in the heart of Salento. The Cantele winery interprets this label with a balanced style, capable of uniting structure, softness, and a wide and recognizable aromatic weave. It is an interesting choice for those looking for an Italian wine with a strong character, yet pleasant and versatile at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and style of the wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eI.G.T. Salento\u003c\/strong\u003e tells the story of a territory suited for viticulture, with vineyards located between \u003cstrong\u003eGuagnano\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSava\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSan Pietro Vernotico\u003c\/strong\u003e. Here, the work in the vineyard and winery aims to enhance two emblematic grapes of Puglia: Primitivo, which provides roundness and fruity richness, and Negroamaro, which contributes depth, color, and a more pronounced spicy component. The result is a full-bodied and modern Mediterranean red, with a balance that makes it suitable for both immediate consumption and bottle aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents an intense and deep \u003cstrong\u003eruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the nose, it expresses a wide and seductive aromatic progression, where rose and violet emerge, followed by berries, currants, and blackberries, along with hints of black pepper and ginger. On the palate, the impact is soft and harmonious, with well-integrated fruity and spicy returns. The structure is full but not heavy, supported by a balanced weave and a long, persistent finish that is consistent with the olfactory profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with flavorful and succulent dishes, such as grilled red meats, roasts, braises, oven-baked lamb, and traditional Puglian preparations. Excellent also with aged cheeses, structured cold cuts, and first courses with meat ragù or rich sauces. Its softness and spicy component make it suitable for intense Mediterranean cuisine, where the wine can accompany without overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal serving temperature for \u003cstrong\u003eAmativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele\u003c\/strong\u003e is around \u003cstrong\u003e18° C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If possible, it is useful to open the bottle a few minutes beforehand to enhance the aromatic expression, especially when served with structured dishes. It does not necessarily require a long decantation, but benefits from a moment of oxygenation to best express its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine represents a convincing choice for those who desire a rich, elegant, and easily satisfying red from Southern Italy. The combination of the Salento territory, traditional grapes, and careful winemaking style offers a pleasant and recognizable profile, with a good capacity for evolution over time. \u003cstrong\u003eAmativo 2019 I.G.T. Salento Cantele\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for both an important dinner and for enriching the cellar with a label of authentic character and strong gastronomic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Cantele","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658702532994,"sku":"9bccf256f5","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/cantele_amativoIWS.png?v=1779199894","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/amativo-2019-i-g-t-salento-cantele-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}