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StatusIn stock
Bottle$24
Case · 12$216
ABV14%
ItalianBoldFruit-ForwardMediterraneanFull-Bodied

Li Veli Primitivo Salento Orion IGT

Li Veli's Orion Primitivo showcases why this southern Italian grape (the genetic twin of Zinfandel) thrives in the sun-drenched vineyards of Puglia's Salento peninsula. Named after the constellation, this IGT-classified red certainly shines brightly in the glass.

What makes this bottle special is its perfect balance between power and drinkability. It's got all that sun-baked richness you expect from Primitivo, but with a freshness and structure that keeps it from becoming heavy or jammy.

Li Veli has mastered the art of creating wines that honor their traditional roots while appealing to modern palates. The result is a wine that delivers impressive concentration and character without the high price tag of more famous Italian regions.

It's the perfect choice when you want something bold and satisfying that still speaks clearly of its Mediterranean origins.

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Details01

StyleRed
VarietalPrimitivo
ProducerLi Veli
Country🇮🇹Italy
RegionPuglia
ABV14%

Tasting notes02

Aroma
Pronounced intensityDeepRichFruit-forward
Fruit
Ripe blackberryBlack cherryJammy plumDried fig
Body
Full-bodiedVelvety tanninsModerate acidityWarm finishLong persistence
Notes
Cocoa powderVanillaMediterranean herbsBlack pepperBaking spice
Other
Sun-drenched characterZinfandel-like richnessMediterranean warmth

About Li Veli03

Puglia · Italy

Li Veli is a wine producer located in Puglia, specifically in the Salento region of southern Italy, founded by the Falvo family in 1999. The estate focuses on indigenous grape varieties such as Negroamaro, Primitivo, and Susumaniello, producing wines that express the terroir of Salento with a modern approach. Li Veli is known for combining traditional winemaking techniques with contemporary technology to create wines that are authentic representations of Puglia's viticultural heritage.

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