Tenute Al Bano Carrisi Villa Carrisi Salento Primitivo 2018

Albano Antonio Carrisi, better known as Al Bano, is an Italian recording artist, actor, and winemaker. In 2016, he was awarded Albanian citizenship due to his close ties with the country.

The Primitivo, in the glass, has an intense red, with violet reflections. Strong hints of small berries, while in the mouth come in the finish, of good length, including cocoa, licorice, and leather, softened by vanilla.

Excellent pairing with red meat dishes, including game, but limited to Primitivo.

It shows a deep red color with violet hues. Structured, full-bodied, and well-balanced, it has wood scents with hints of vanilla cocoa. A relative of zinfandel with a similar flavor profile, it's full-bodied and "jammy", with high alcohol and low acidity. Pair with spaghetti puttanesca, grilled meatballs, grilled chicken, and spicy recipes like jambalaya and Moroccan style lamb, pizza with anchovies and capers, peperonata.