Susumaniello 'Verso Sud', I Pastini 2022 Sub-region_Saint Julien with just a touch of

with just a touch of Mazuelo

especially in its heartland of Puglia

already certifed organic

Roberto Olivan is a leading name among the new generation of young Rioja winemakers and produces a range of quite modern style wines in the high-altitude Lanciego district

while the 17 hectares of Muscat à Petit Grains vines (all harvested by hand) are on the lower slopes of Mont Ventoux

Susumaniello 'Verso Sud', I Pastini 2022 Sub-region_Saint Julien with just a touch ofThe Susumaniello grape variety is native to the Brinidisi region and means 'little donkey' in Puglian dialect, supposedly a nod either to its high yielding 'work horse' qualities or its difficulty to manage in the vineyard. Either way, it has considerable character, full of sweet, dark, ripe fruit with a slightly smoky, earthy and even feral quality, the ideal upmarket barbecue red. Susumaniello Puglia, Italy 14% ABV