2023 Baruch Matera DOC

A sensual, powerful Primitivo from the sun-drenched hills of Matera – deep, warm, and seductive. This wine tells a story of earth, sun, and craftsmanship. It combines the ripe fruit of the South with the elegance of fine oak notes. Aromas of cherry, cocoa, cinnamon, and a hint of balsamic ignite an intense, almost Mediterranean interplay of warmth and spice. Its full-bodied, velvety texture coats the palate, while fine tannins and long lingering notes of licorice and cinchona bark provide structure and depth. The Matera Primitivo DOC is not a quiet wine – it is an expression of pure passion, created for those who want to feel character, intensity, and soul in their glass.

Recommended pairings:

• Meat dishes: Beef steak, leg of lamb, game dishes, or pot roast

• Pasta: with spicy ragùs, mushroom, or truffle sauces

• Grilled dishes: dark meat, vegetables with herbs, Mediterranean BBQ specialties

• Cheese: aged, strong varieties like Pecorino, Parmigiano, or blue cheese

In short:
The Baruch is a wine with depth and elegance – powerful, spicy, and yet velvety. It combines Mediterranean sun with fine oak and a long finish. Perfect for special occasions and dishes with character.

Denomination: Matera Primitivo – Denominazione di Origine Controllata
Grape variety: 100% Primitivo
Alcohol content: 15% vol.
Growing region: Matera hills
Soil: medium-heavy, moderately calcareous
Harvest: exclusively by hand, in September

Vinification:
Fermentation in small fermentation tanks for about 10 days.

Aging:
Matured for 12 months in small French and American oak barrels, followed by at least 4 months of bottle aging.

Sensory description:

• Color: deep ruby red with purple reflections
• Aroma: elegant, intense, and persistent, with notes of cherry, jam (due to slight drying of the grapes), spicy hints of coffee, cocoa, cinnamon, and a balsamic background
• Taste: lush, warm, full-bodied, intense, with fine tannins and long lingering notes of cinchona bark and licorice
• Serving temperature: 18 °C