Gianfranco Fino Salento Primitivo IGT 2021

Gianfranco Fino Salento Primitivo is a fruit-forward red with red cherries, plums, and a touch of spice, balanced with soft tannins.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Bold, Intense
Grape Varietal: Primitivo
Tastes Like: Comparable to a Zinfandel, with black cherries, plums, and sweet spices, finishing with velvety richness.
Alcohol Percentage: 15%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Puglia, Italy
Terroir: Clay and limestone soils
Aging: 12 months in oak barrels
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Gianfranco Fino is a boutique winery in Puglia, known for producing some of the region's most iconic wines. This Primitivo exemplifies their dedication to showcasing the best of local varietals.

Seafood: Grilled tuna or blackened swordfish.
Poultry: Roast duck or turkey with cranberry sauce.
Vegetarian: Ratatouille or mushroom stroganoff.
Meat: BBQ ribs or braised beef short ribs.

Parmigiano-Reggiano: Aged and nutty, complementing the wine's richness.
Pecorino Toscano: Salty and robust, balancing the wine's bold flavours.
Gorgonzola Dolce: Mild and creamy, providing a contrasting texture.
Aged Gouda: Rich and caramelised, enhancing the wine's complexity.

BBQ Ribs

Ingredients:

• 1kg pork ribs
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F). Season ribs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Wrap ribs in foil and bake for 2 hours until tender.
3. Remove from oven, brush with BBQ sauce, and grill for 10 minutes until caramelised.
4. Serve with coleslaw or roasted vegetables.

Tip: Pair with Gianfranco Fino Salento Primitivo for a hearty meal.