Established in 1935, Cupertinum is a collective that has grown from 36 vineyards at its founding to 300 today. Their portfolio is Negromaro heavy, believing the grape exemplifies wines from their region. Their Copertino Riserva shows both red and black fruit with a range of ripeness conditions. The wine also presents subtle burnt caramel and tobacco leaf on the nose that transitions to cherry cola and leather on the palate. The wine’s acidity and lighter body make it an ideal pairing with smoked barbeque and pork.
Cupertinum Antica Cantina del Salento, Cupertino DOC (Puglia, Italy) Negromaro 2015
By Vince Simmon