Antica Enotria - Nero di Troia Bio
Antica Enotria - Nero di Troia Bio

Antica Enotria - Nero di Troia Bio

Puglia

Antica Enotria

Nero di Troia

€ 18.00
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Nero di Troia doesn't get the attention it deserves. Deep colour, real structure, but an elegance that catches people off guard. This one comes from Cerignola, where the Di Tuccio family has been farming organically since 1993. The estate sits on a plain that slopes toward the Adriatic, where calcareous soils, sea breeze and cool nights leave a clear mineral and savoury imprint on everything they make.

The grapes are harvested in late October at peak ripeness, macerated for 10 to 12 days, then aged 12 months in steel and 12 more in large oak casks. No shortcuts, no additives. In the glass it's ruby red with violet nuances, with an elegant, intense bouquet of ripe fruit, spice and a light toasted note. The palate is soft, with just the right freshness and a fine tannic grip. A wine of real typicity, one that speaks clearly of where it's from.

Pierluigi's Note: This one is personal. Nero di Troia tastes like home to me, it's the grape of my region, the one I grew up with. There's an elegance to it that people don't expect from a southern Italian red. Perfect with orecchiette, grilled lamb or a good aged caciocavallo. Serve at 16–18°C and let it breathe for a few minutes before pouring.

Antica Enotria is a reference point for organic farming in Puglia, having committed to the land long before it was a trend. Since 1993, the Di Tuccio family has been certified organic, making them one of the very first in the area to embrace a chemical-free philosophy. Everything happens within the walls of the historic Masseria Contessa Staffa, where they transform vegetables and grapes grown exclusively in their own fields. Their "Kilometre Zero" approach ensures that produce is harvested and preserved within hours to protect the authentic, sun-drenched flavors of the region.

Luigi and Valentina fully share Pierluigi's vision of keeping tradition alive. It is no coincidence that Antica Enotria is a frequent stop during the trips to Puglia organized by Terra Collective.

To understand our products, you have to know Puglia, "A-pluvia", from Latin, the 'land without rain.' Around my home in the North, the lack of water forces the roots to fight, digging deep into the limestone soil. This struggle is why the flavors of our wine and oil are so concentrated and real. The sun provides the intensity, but the Adriatic breeze is always there to keep things fresh, bringing a touch of salt from the coast. It’s a rugged, honest landscape that doesn’t hide anything.

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