Cantina Diomede Canace
A full-bodied Red wine with ripe berry fruit, warm spice, and a velvety finish, perfect with rich dishes
Cantina Diomede `Canace` Castel del Monte DOC, Puglia, Italy, is a captivating Red still wine crafted from 100% Nero di Troia grapes. This dry wine undergoes a meticulous vinification process, including 8 months in concrete tanks followed by 12 months in large French oak barrels, lending it remarkable depth. It presents a complex bouquet of warm spice, cocoa, coffee, and ripe berry fruit. On the palate, it is soft and velvety, balancing fresh acidity with elegant tannins and a lingering spicy finish. This full-bodied wine pairs beautifully with rich pasta dishes, roasted meats, or mature cheeses.
75.0CL , 13.5% ABV , Vintage: 2022
Vinification
The grapes were left to partially dry on the vines. Upon arrival at the winery, they underwent a maceration on the skins lasting 15 to 20 days followed by fermentation at controlled temperatures using selected yeasts. Post fermentation, the wine was first aged eight months in concrete tanks and then 12 months in French oak barriques before bottling and release.
Flavour profile
This full-bodied Red wine offers a complex bouquet of warm spices, cocoa, coffee, and ripe berry fruit. On the palate, it is soft and velvety, balancing fresh acidity with elegant tannins and a lingering spicy finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 16-18°C; decanting for an hour before serving will enhance its complexity.