Jo 2023 IGT Salento Negroamaro Gianfranco Fino

Jo 2023 IGT Salento Negroamaro by Gianfranco Fino

Jo 2022 IGT Salento Negroamaro by Gianfranco Fino is a red wine from Puglia with a strong personality, made from pure Negroamaro and crafted in a rich, precise, and territorial style. It’s a label that tells the most authentic story of Salento, combining intensity, fruit maturity, and careful processing designed to enhance the raw material.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the Manduria area, in the province of Taranto, near San Pietro in Bevagna, just a few meters above sea level. The vineyard, cultivated as bush vines on red soil, expresses the territory's vocation for red wine from Salento, with a sunny yet deep character. The harvest in mid-September, with slight drying on the vine, contributes to greater concentration and richness in the wine. The winemaking involves long maceration and aging in French oak barrels, elements that bring balance, complexity, and a structure capable of supporting the full profile of the grape variety.

Tasting notes

In the glass, Jo 2023 presents an intense and deep red color, typical of a Negroamaro crafted to express breadth and definition. On the nose, it offers sensations of ripe dark and red fruit, spicy notes, and more evolved hints from the wood aging. On the palate, it is enveloping, warm, and structured, with present but well-integrated tannins and sufficient freshness to keep the sip in balance. The texture is rich, the finish long and persistent, with a closing that recalls the sweetness of the fruit and the strength of the territory.

Recommended pairings

This Jo 2023 IGT Salento Negroamaro pairs well with flavorful and well-structured dishes. It’s ideal with grilled red meats, roasts, braised dishes, oven-baked lamb, light game, and aged cheeses. Great also with typical Puglian cuisine rich in flavor, such as ragù, orecchiette dressed with important sauces, and preparations with mushrooms or sweet spices. Its richness also makes it suitable for a meditative tasting, to be enjoyed at the end of a meal with selected cured meats and cheeses.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature to serve Jo 2023 IGT Salento Negroamaro is between 16 and 18°C. If possible, it’s helpful to uncork the bottle a little in advance to promote aromatic opening and better expression of the sip. Decanting is not essential, but it can be considered to further enhance the wine's complexity.

Why buy it

Choosing Jo 2023 IGT Salento Negroamaro Gianfranco Fino means opting for a wine that combines territorial identity, artisanal care, and a convincing style for those seeking an important Puglian red. It’s a bottle that speaks of Manduria, of Negroamaro, and of a winery capable of interpreting the grape variety with precision and character. Perfect for those who want to buy wine online with attention to quality, personality, and versatility at the table.