The roots of the Tenuta del Pajaru estate are deeply embedded in the history and symbols of Puglia. A “Pajaru” is a rural drystone building used as a shelter by farmers and shepherds (or Picuraru). Only a skilled artisan called a “Paritaru” possessed the wisdom and expertise required to build these huts. Even today, the “pajaru” is an emblem of knowledge and experience, which are the same expertise required to produce a great wine.

Tenuta Del Pajaru Picuraru Primitivo is a majestic deep ruby red wine that unfurls intense aromas of ripe red fruit on the nose, transforming into layered notes of plum, cocoa, leather, and black pepper on the palate. Warm, persistent, and notably tannic, this Primitivo matures beautifully, gaining expression over a couple of years. It pairs splendidly with rich legume soups accented with bacon, or robust pasta with meat sauce, and aged cheeses.

96 Points – Luca Maroni