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Masseria Altemura 2005 Aglianico (Puglia)
- $15
Perfumed on the nose, with hints of truffle and mineral mingling easily with black cherry fruit. Tannins are soft, but the impression is one of taut minerality on the palate, as the flavors finish crisp and dusty, marked by hints of crushed stone. Drink now–2012, possibly longer.
— W.E.
(11/15/2007)
Masseria Altemura 2005 Negroamaro (Salento)
- $15
The warmth of Italy’s heel is evident in this wine’s slightly roasted notes of chocolate and coffee, but those flavors marry easily with flavors of black cherry and caramel. Soft and creamy on the palate, yet the wine finishes with decent acidity. Drink now.
— W.E.
(11/15/2007)
Masseria Altemura 2006 Rosato Rosé (Salento)
- $15
Made from Negroamaro, this coppery, peach-hued rosé is rather weighty, with flavors that run toward cherries and chocolate. You could serve it with rich seafood dishes, but it can also stand up to grilled beef.
— W.E.
(11/15/2007)
Masseria Altemura 2006 Fiano (Salento)
- $15
Made entirely in stainless steel, this is only the second vintage for this wine, and it’s a good start. Flavors are bold and assertive, with notes of green apple and citrus that finish lemony and mouthwatering. Drink now.
— W.E.
(11/15/2007)
Masseria Altemura 2007 Sasseo Primitivo (Salento)
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- $16
Here’s a light, less concentrated expression of Primitivo that manages to make room for delicate aromas of wild berry and white cherry that are rare to find in Southern Italy. The wine is sharp and crisp in the mouth with sour berry flavors on the close.
— M.L.
(12/1/2009)
Masseria Altemura 2005 Rosato Negroamaro (Salento)
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- $14
Here is a well-recommended southern Italian rosè with genuine aromas of peach candy, stone fruit, white chocolate and pink flower. It is a deservedly popular wine thanks to its affordability and easy approach.
— M.L.
(7/1/2007)
Masseria Altemura 2007 Aglianico (Puglia)
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- $15
This is a thin and easygoing Aglianico with informal aromas of warm berries and Indian spice. Unlike other robust red wines from Puglia, this expression lacks the overt ripeness you sometimes find. Instead, you get sharp aromas of sour berry and underbrush.
— M.L.
(12/1/2009)
Masseria Altemura 2005 Sasseo Primitivo (Salento)
- $15
Smoky cola and plum flavors feature some intriguingly briary notes, but also veer toward prune and cooked fruit. Tannins are soft, but the wine is surprisingly tart on the finish. With its crisp acidity, expect it to pair well with tomato-based sauces.
— W.E.
(11/15/2007)
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