Background

Cantine San Marzano is a winery in the town of San Marzano di San Giuseppe in Puglia, Italy. It was founded in 1962 by 19 winegrowers from the area. The winery is located in the Manduria region, which is known as the birthplace of Primitivo in southern Italy. San Marzano's signature wine is Primitivo, which shares similar characteristics to California's Zinfandel. The winery uses modern vinification techniques to produce elegant wines that pay homage to ancient Puglian wine traditions.

Tasting notes

Straw yellow with goldish reflections; mellow floral notes, peach and delicate vanilla hints pervade the nose. Generous in its elegance, fresh, delicate and mineral.

Winemaking

In French oak barrels for 4 months on the yeasts with a weekly bâtonnage.

Food pairings

Pairs well with seafood and shellfish, light pasta dishes, white meats and fresh cheeses.