Primitivo

Primitivo has become one of Puglia’s most beloved grape varieties, celebrated worldwide for its rich, ripe and fruity character. Rivera adopts a modern vinification approach that highlights the natural dark fruit aromas, giving the wine a fresh and approachable style. This makes it particularly versatile and ideal for anyone who enjoys a warm, Mediterranean expression.

In the glass, the wine shows a deep purple colour. The nose is fruity and enticing, with impressions of wild blackberry and raspberry. On the palate, it is medium bodied, complex and smooth, supported by deep fruit notes and a round, harmonious structure. The result is a pleasant, juicy wine with a soft finish.

The grapes are harvested in the last week of August and undergo warm fermentation for 8–9 days at 28°C in stainless steel tanks. The wine then matures for 9 months in concrete tanks, a technique that perfectly preserves the pure fruit and the typical character of the variety.

Serve this Primitivo at room temperature, preferably slightly chilled. Thanks to its gentle structure, it pairs beautifully with pasta, soups and meat dishes, but is equally enjoyable on its own.