San Marzano, ‘F Metal Label’ Negroamaro
Product Information
Country Italy
Region Puglia
Grape Variety Negroamaro
Vintage 2021
ABV 14.5%
Experience the authentic taste of Southern Italy with the San Marzano ‘F Metal Label’ Negroamaro 2021, a premium handcrafted red wine from the renowned Monte la Conca vineyard in Apulia. Grown at 100 meters elevation in iron-rich, calcareous limestone soil, these Negroamaro grapes benefit from intense Mediterranean heat, sea breezes, and traditional Alberello-trained vines, ensuring low yields and exceptional phenolic concentration.
The grapes are hand-harvested at peak ripeness, then cold-soaked at 8°C for up to 48 hours before undergoing a slow, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks. This process, paired with malolactic fermentation, creates a smooth, velvety texture. The wine is aged for 12 months in a combination of French and Caucasian oak barrels, adding subtle layers of complexity.
This San Marzano Negroamaro 2021 boasts a rich bouquet of violet and sweet plum aromas, intertwined with nuanced hints of cocoa, tobacco, and liquorice. Perfectly balanced and concentrated, it offers a long, satisfying finish, ideal for pairing with hearty Italian dishes or enjoying on its own.
Discover the Legacy of San Marzano Wines – Premium Apulian Wines from Italy
Founded in 1962 by 19 passionate vine growers in the heart of Puglia, San Marzano Winery represents the perfect blend of tradition and innovation. These families, who had cultivated the land for generations, came together to create what is now one of Italy’s most respected wine cooperatives, Cantine San Marzano.
Today, with over 1,200 skilled vine growers and state-of-the-art winemaking technology, San Marzano crafts a stunning range of premium Italian wines that stay true to their Apulian roots. Each bottle reflects the unique terroir of Southern Italy, marrying time-honoured traditions with innovative vinification methods.
Renowned for their expressive red wines made from local grapes such as Primitivo di Manduria, Negroamaro, and Malvasia Nera, San Marzano wines are elegant, rich, and deeply connected to the land they come from. Their commitment to quality and authenticity earned them the prestigious ‘Cooperative Winery of the Year’ award in 2022 from Gambero Rosso.
Whether you are exploring authentic Apulian red wines or discovering award-winning San Marzano Primitivo wines, you will find a timeless expression of Italian winemaking in every glass.
