San Marzano Collezione Cinquanta+6 Primitivo Negroamaro Blend NV

This Red Blend made from 50 % Primitivo and 50 % Negroamaro has always been one of our favourite wines from Southern Italy and the newest release is once again impeccable. In terms of style, it has an opulence to it; full bodied, intense, fleshy and complex. An explosion of aromas including spices, licorice, prunes, cocoa, vanilla and ripe red and black berry fruits. It finishes smooth and long. Pure Puglia, the best of Iconic Puglian varietals Primitivo and Negroamaro in action. This is receiving incredible accolades and critical acclaim from the International wine scribes who've fallen head over heals with this wine in recent times. This brand new release has won an amazing 4 x Gold Medals and has been fully endorsed by Italy's most renowned wine writer Luca Maroni with a high rating of 97 Points, making it one of Italy's highest rated blends!  But its not just Italy who's enamoured with this wine, one of the most trusted wine publication's Decanter Magazine have sung the praises of the Cinquanta declaring it the best wine from Puglia in the 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards. (That's no mean feat) 

''It speaks of the land and the winemakers’ expertise, This is a powerful wine displaying beautiful balance and complex notes of red fruits, plum, jam, spice, vanilla and liquorice. Delicious!.'' 96 Points, Best Wine from Puglia, 2019 Decanter World Wine Awards 

''Marvellous, ample and spicily ripe fruit aromas, unrestrained and powerful. Layers upon layers of rich flavours, cinnamon and nutmeg, coffee and tobacco all linked to perfection by a firm grip and dense texture. A Non Vintage made to go on and on...'' International Wine & Spirits Competition 

''It is a powerful red, with a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits and spices, barrelled aged for 12 months, well structured and with a stunning balance, achieved by the thorough work of the winemakers with all their expertise.'' BusinessNewsJapan.com 

Sakura Wine Awards 2023: Gold Medal Awarded
         Berliner Wein Trophy 2022: Gold Medal Awarded 
ViniTaste International Wine Contest Awards 2022: Gold Medal Awarded
CWSA 2022: Double Gold Medal Awarded & Best Value

Luca Maroni Annual Italian Wine Awards 2020: 97 Points

I honestly can't tell you how many times this wine has been requested, but thankfully its officially back! With its consistent track record, massive ratings, and 4 x Gold Medal's for its current release; coming from a highly respected winery that we've all come to love.  For us this is incredibly well priced under $50, and is once again proving that San Marzano is the home of quality reds.