Red Grape
Primitivo
pree-mee-TEE-voh/ˌpriːmɪˈtiːvoʊ/
Italy's version of Zinfandel, Primitivo produces rich, jammy wines in the sun-drenched heel of Italy. Expect ripe fruit, sweet spices, and high alcohol.
Serving Temp
16-18°C (60-65°F)
Aging Potential
3-10 years
Glass Type
Standard red wine glass
Color
Deep ruby to purple
Flavor Profile
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Signature Aromas
Jammy Fruit
Sweet Spice
Dried Fruit
Smoke
Herbs
Origin
Puglia
Italy
History & Origins
DNA testing confirmed Primitivo is identical to California's Zinfandel and Croatia's Crljenak Kaštelanski. It ripens early, hence its name.
Famous Wines
Gianfranco Fino Es Primitivo
Gianfranco Fino
Manduria
Did You Know?
- •Genetically identical to Zinfandel
- •Name means 'early one' in Italian
- •Originally from Croatia
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