Fatalone Primitivo Riserva Gioia Del Colle 2019

Fatalone Primitivo Riserva Gioia Del Colle is a robust red wine with flavors of ripe berries, chocolate, and spices. It is full-bodied and velvety.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Full-bodied, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Primitivo
Tastes Like: Comparable to a Zinfandel, with blackberry, fig, and warming spice.
Alcohol Percentage: 14.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Puglia, Italy
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils
Aging: Aged in oak barrels for 12 months
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Fatalone is a historic family-run winery in Puglia, renowned for its eco-sustainable practices and dedication to Primitivo. This Riserva captures the depth and elegance of the Gioia del Colle terroir.

Seafood: Grilled tuna or seafood paella.
Poultry: Duck breast with cherry sauce or coq au vin.
Vegetarian: Wild mushroom risotto or stuffed bell peppers.
Meat: Braised short ribs or lamb shanks.

Pecorino Romano: Bold and salty, complementing the wine's intensity.
Asiago: Nutty and savoury, balancing the wine's richness.
Grana Padano: Aged and complex, pairing beautifully with the wine's fruit and spice.
Gorgonzola: Creamy and tangy, contrasting the wine's bold profile.

Braised Short Ribs

Ingredients:

• 1kg beef short ribs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Season short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until softened.
3. Deglaze with red wine, then add beef stock, tomatoes, and rosemary.
4. Return short ribs to the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2.5–3 hours, until tender.
5. Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta.

Tip: Pair with Fatalone Primitivo Riserva for a rich and indulgent experience.