More About Capo Zafferano Puglia IGT Rosso Appassimento Allow me to take you on a journey to Puglia, the wine region in Italy's sun-kissed heel. Here, Capo Zafferano takes immense pride in showcasing the vibrant heritage of this region, specifically wines from the Salento peninsula within the larger Puglia region. The ancient soils enjoy generous sunshine, creating the perfect conditions for cultivating prized grape varietals like Negroamaro and Primitivo. Crafted with tradition in mind, Capo Zafferano honors time-tested winemaking techniques reminiscent of Amarone production. This age-old practice involves partially drying the grapes on mats or hanging them in well-ventilated rooms to dry. This concentrates the grapes, intensifying aromas, flavors, and color, resulting in wines of remarkable depth and brilliance. The 2021 Rosso Appassiment harmoniously combines Negroamaro, Merlot, and Primitivo, creating a captivating blend. Exceeding all expectations at this price, the 2021 vintage delivers a balance of Amarone-like ripe fruit flavors, warm baking spices, and delicate floral notes. At an impressive value, this exceptional wine garnered a 98-point score from famed Italian wine critic Luca Maroni.