Salice Salentino DOC and Salento IGT

Salice Salentino DOC and Salento IGT are located in the Salento peninsula in southern Puglia, primarily within the Lecce and Brindisi provinces. The area features a hot Mediterranean climate with cooling sea breezes, limestone-rich soils, and relatively flat terrain, creating ideal conditions for viticulture. Negroamaro and Primitivo are the dominant grape varieties, producing robust, full-bodied reds in Salice Salentino DOC (particularly known for its Negroamaro-based wines), while Salento IGT allows for a wider range of varietals and styles including rosés (rosato) and white wines.