Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva DOCG
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Nero di Troia (Uva di Troia) at its most serious: deep ruby, aromas of black cherry, violet, black pepper, licorice and a leafy, slightly savory edge. The tannins are firm and fine grained, more Nebbiolo like in structure than most southern reds, with medium plus acidity that keeps it fresh even at 14%. The riserva requirement means at least two years of aging, and the top bottlings improve for a decade. It is the strongest argument that Puglia can make structured, age worthy red.
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Rivera
Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Puer Apuliae'
Rivera's flagship from old vine Nero di Troia, black cherry, violet, tobacco, dense polished tannin, built for 10 plus years.
$40 to $50Wine-SearcherTorrevento
Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Ottagono'
Value riserva from the Corato plateau, blackberry, pepper and dried herbs with a firm dusty finish.
$20 to $28Wine-SearcherCantine Carpentiere
Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Pietra dei Lupi'
Small family estate at high elevation near Corato, more floral and taut than the big houses; limited US presence, mostly via specialist shops.
$25 to $35Wine-Searcher
| Producer | Wine | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivera | Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Puer Apuliae' Rivera's flagship from old vine Nero di Troia, black cherry, violet, tobacco, dense polished tannin, built for 10 plus years. | $40 to $50 | Wine-Searcher |
| Torrevento | Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Ottagono' Value riserva from the Corato plateau, blackberry, pepper and dried herbs with a firm dusty finish. | $20 to $28 | Wine-Searcher |
| Cantine Carpentiere | Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva 'Pietra dei Lupi' Small family estate at high elevation near Corato, more floral and taut than the big houses; limited US presence, mostly via specialist shops. | $25 to $35 | Wine-Searcher |