Rupicolo Castel del Monte DOC 2024 – Rivera x 6

Rivera Rupicolo Castel del Monte DOC 2024

Rivera's Castel del Monte DOC "Rupicolo" aims to redefine the concept of an everyday red with a profile based on freshness and immediate pleasure on the palate. The historic De Corato family cellars offer a reading of the Murgia region without excessive opulence, focusing on a dynamic, transversal expression. This contemporary approach gives rise to an exceptionally agile red wine, ideal for those seeking a blend of Apulian native grapes that combines typical youthful strength with great gastronomic versatility.

The vineyards are located in the municipality of Andria at approximately 200 meters above sea level, where the vines (partly trained using the pergola system and partly spurred cordon) sink their roots into deep tuff and limestone soils. The blend expertly combines 40% Nero di Troia, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 50% other local native varieties. The grapes are harvested at different times based on ripeness, between the first week of September and the first week of October. The winery protocol involves maceration for 6-7 days in stainless steel tanks at 24°C, followed by aging for 12 months in glass-lined concrete tanks for malolactic fermentation. This process guarantees an impeccably balanced Rivera Rupicolo wine.

Tasting Notes and Sensory Profile

• Abv: 13.00% Vol.
• Appearance: Ruby red color enriched with youthful and brilliant purple reflections.
• Aroma: A fresh and floral bouquet, where hints of red fruit blend with delicate and characteristic spicy notes of black pepper.
• On the Palate: The entry into the mouth is pleasant, smooth, and dynamic. The palate highlights a fruity and harmonious flavor, supported by a smooth tannic texture that leads to a beautifully persistent finish.
• Aging Potential: If stored correctly, this wine can happily evolve in the bottle for 3-4 years.

Recommended Pairings and Serving Suggestions

The slender structure and remarkable versatility of this red wine make it an ideal companion for Mediterranean cuisine and rural gastronomy:

• First Courses and Soups: It pairs magnificently with rustic legume soups, traditional minestrone soups, and pasta dishes served with flavorful meat sauces or ragù.
• Meat-Based Second Courses: Perfect for accompanying light roasts, mixed grills, and flavorful baked or stewed poultry.
• Cheeses and Appetizers: Splendid with platters of semi-mature cured meats and semi-spicy hard cheeses.
• Serving suggestions: Serve at a serving temperature of 16-18°C in medium-flared glasses to promote proper oxygenation.

The Rivera Winery

An absolute point of reference for viticulture in Puglia since the early 20th century, the Rivera Winery manages its historic estate in the heart of the Castel del Monte DOC area. Through generations of hard work, the De Corato family has exploited the great winemaking potential of the Murgia, combining extreme artisanal care with the most advanced winemaking technologies to export the region's excellence worldwide.