Tenute Rubino
Torre Testa Susumaniello 2019
| Denomination | DOC Brindisi Susumaniello |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Apulia (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Susumaniello |
| Aging | 5-6 months in steel, at least 12 months in first-use French oak barriques, 12 months in bottle |
- Origin: DOC Brindisi, sandy vineyards Jaddico-Giancola
- Grape variety and vintage: 100% Susumaniello, 2019 harvest, alcohol content 15%
- Vinification: hand-picked, drying process, fermentation in steel, 16 days maceration
- Ageing: 5-6 months in steel, 12 months in French oak barriques, 12 months in bottle
- Tasting notes and pairings: aromas of morello cherry and spices; ideal with ragù, grilled meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Torre Testa by Tenute Rubino is a still red wine from Apulia made from Susumaniello grapes, an expression of the Brindisi region. Its deep colour with violet highlights reveals a complex bouquet, where black cherry and plum blend with notes of chocolate and juniper. On the palate, a powerful and fragrant fruit emerges, balanced by a pronounced freshness. The structure rests on fine and vigorous tannins, which guide the sip towards a long finish.
Where it comes from
This red is born in Jaddico-Giancola, along the Brindisi coast. The vineyards, cultivated at sea level on sandy soils, give the grapes an intense aromatic component and excellent tannic definition. The influence of the Apulian terroir makes it ideal for accompanying structured first courses and grilled meats. Its harmony also magnificently enhances the complexity of mature cheeses, celebrating flavours such as those of Canestrato Pugliese.
How it is produced
Production begins in October with the manual harvest, followed by a drying of the bunches for several weeks. Fermentation takes place in steel at a controlled temperature, with a sixteen-day maceration to extract colour and aromas. The maturation process begins in steel and continues for at least a year in first-passage French oak barrels. This structured ageing concludes with a period of rest that shapes a balanced and harmonious sip.
History and Curiosities
The Torre Testa Susumaniello 2019 is the emblem of the wine renaissance project of Tenute Rubino, a family-run winery founded in 2000. Born in the sandy vineyards of Jaddico-Giancola, located at sea level, this red wine tells the story of the deep connection with the Brindisi region. Under the guidance of oenologist Luca Petrelli, the wine has established itself as a symbol of the renewed winemaking energy of Salento. An excellence, celebrated with 92 points from Vinous, capable of elevating Apulian tradition while conveying all the authenticity of a fascinating land.
Awards
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2019
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2019
92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2019
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2000
- Oenologist: Luca Petrelli
- Bottles produced: 800.000
- Hectares: 180
Both the traditions of Salento and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit have been passed down from Tommaso to his son, Luigi, who has since taken over with the support of his wife, Romina. Luigi has undertaken this entrepreneurial legacy, pouring all of his passion into the family’s winery and making it a global ambassador of Apulian viticulture.
After all, winemaking is an ancient art here in Jaddico: over the years, archaeologists have brought to light a Roman manor house filled with kilns, where Visellio—the owner of the estate—fired the amphorae used to export his wine to the four corners of the Roman Empire. At the time, this land was home to extensive vineyards and served as an important manufacturing center for wine containers.
Tenute Rubino is an Apulian brand with a strong international market presence. The company has consistently and successfully exported its labels to 20 countries such as the US, Canada and Brazil. Read more
| Name | Tenute Rubino Torre Testa Susumaniello 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Brindisi DOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Susumaniello |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Apulia |
| Vendor | Tenute Rubino |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Torre Testa Susumaniello 2019 is the emblem of the wine renaissance project of Tenute Rubino, a family-run winery founded in 2000. Born in the sandy vineyards of Jaddico-Giancola, located at sea level, this red wine tells the story of the deep connection with the Brindisi region. Under the guidance of oenologist Luca Petrelli, the wine has established itself as a symbol of the renewed winemaking energy of Salento. An excellence, celebrated with 92 points from Vinous, capable of elevating Apulian tradition while conveying all the authenticity of a fascinating land. |
| Origin | Jaddico-Giancòla, Brindisi (BR) |
| Soil composition | Sandy |
| Cultivation system | Bush vine - spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5500 |
| Yield per hectare | 50 quintals |
| Harvest | Early October |
| Fermentation temperature | 22-24 °C |
| Production technique | Vendemmia a mano in cassetta con appassimento controllato; fermentazione in serbatoi d’acciaio a temperatura controllata (22-24 °C) con macerazione di 16 giorni; affinamento in acciaio e in barrique di rovere francese, quindi in bottiglia. |
| Wine making | Hand harvesting in crates in the first days of October, followed by controlled drying for 2-3 weeks; fermentation at 22-24 °C in stainless steel tanks; maceration for 16 days at controlled temperature; full malolactic fermentation; ageing for 5-6 months in stainless steel, at least 12 months in first-use French oak barriques and 12 months in bottle. |
| Aging | 5-6 months in steel, at least 12 months in first-use French oak barriques, 12 months in bottle |
| Total acidity | 5.6 gr/L |
| PH | 3.7 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |