Botter, ‘Doppio Passo’ Primitivo, 2024, Puglia (IGT)

'One-Liner'
A soft, silky and full-bodied Primitivo with black cherry, blackberry and plenty of easy southern warmth.

Tasting Note
Deep ruby in the glass. The nose and palate lean into blackberries, cherries and forest fruits, with a rounded texture and a generous, full-bodied feel. There is plenty of ripeness here, but the wine stays balanced and very easy to drink.

Country: Italy
Region: Puglia IGT
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): 100% Primitivo
ABV: 13%
Friendly: Vegan, Vegetarian

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
The appeal of Doppio Passo is really in the way it is made. The name refers to a two-stage harvest, with one part of the fruit picked at full ripeness and another left longer on the vine before the two components are brought together. In Primitivo, that makes a lot of sense. Puglia already gives the grape its warmth, depth and dark fruit, and this method pushes the wine a little further towards softness and richness without losing its easy, drinkable charm. It is exactly the sort of bottle that delivers what people often want from southern Italian red wine – ripe fruit, generosity and a very relaxed sense of pleasure.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Slow-cooked beef ragù with pappardelle
- Vegetarian: Roast aubergine with spiced tomatoes and whipped feta
- Vegan: Smoky Lentil and Roasted Pepper Stew with Olive Oil Potatoes