Grifone is produced in Puglia, the heel of Italy's boot, where hot Mediterranean sunshine and limestone soils create ideal conditions for Primitivo. This is the same grape as California's Zinfandel but the Italian expression tends to be softer and more approachable. The 2023 vintage is fresh and fruit-forward, made for near-term drinking rather than aging.
Blackberry, plum and black cherry with hints of spice and vanilla. Medium bodied with soft, rounded tannins and a smooth finish. Ripe and generous without being jammy or heavy. There's just enough structure to pair with food but it's fundamentally an easy-going, crowd-pleasing red.
Serve slightly cool (14-16°C). Great with pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled vegetables, or barbecued meats. Also works well on its own as a simple, satisfying red. Drink within 2-3 years while the fruit is fresh.
Wine characteristics
Italy
Primitivo
2023
Castellani
13.0%
Standard - 75cl
Cork
Tips
How to serve?
Serve at room temperature
Goes well with
Asian
Goes well with
BBQ
Goes well with
Cajun
Goes well with
Cheese
Goes well with
Italian
Goes well with
Sausage
Goes well with
Pizza
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The Castellani family have been making acclaimed Italian wines since the 19th Century. With their origins in Tuscany, they now make wines from classic vineyard sites across Italy, as this characteristically Puglian Primitivo attests.
A rich, vibrant celebration of Italy’s red wine heritage. From bold Primitivo to elegant Chianti Classico and expressive Tuscan blends. The perfect six-bottle selection for cosy evenings, Italian dinners and relaxed winter nights.
