Puglia

The Protected Geographical Indication "Puglia" includes three types of wine: White (also in the Sparkling, Spumante, Overripe and Passito versions), Red (also in the Sparkling, Overripe, Passito and Novello versions) and Rosé (also in the Sparkling, Spumante and Novello versions).

Grapes

The Protected Geographical Indication "Puglia" is reserved for wines produced from vines suitable for cultivation in Puglia. The specification of the vine is provided for in the case of a minimum share of use of 85% of the corresponding blend, while the remaining 15% can be produced from other varieties suitable for cultivation in Puglia. With the specification of the vine can also be produced wines in the types Sparkling, Frizzante (for the white berry), Passito and Novello (for the red berry). In case of specification of two grape varieties, the wine must be produced 100% from the corresponding grape varieties and each of the considered grape varieties must be present with a minimum quota of 15%. For further specifications on the blend, please refer to the information contained in the product specification.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

The Protected Geographical Indication "Puglia" includes white wines with a more or less intense straw yellow colour; they are fruity on the nose, while the taste is typical, dry and savoury. The Red is characterized by an intense color with purplish nuances, fruity and complex odor, harmonious and typical taste. Finally, the Rosato has a cherry colour with an intense and persistent bouquet and a dry and characteristic taste. The minimum total alcoholic strength by volume is 9.50% vol. for sparkling wines, 10% vol. for white and rosé wines, 10.50% vol. for red wines and 11% vol. for Novello wines. The parameters may vary according to the vine variety and the type of wine; for a more precise characterization, please refer to the information contained in the product specification.

Grape production area

The production area includes the entire area of the Apulia region.

Specificity and historical notes

Although the vine was already cultivated in the area in ancient times, some of the main Apulian varieties, such as Negroamaro and Uva di Troia, were introduced by the Greeks in the 8th century BC.