Gold Medal – Gilbert & Gaillard International Wine Challenge 2024
Winery notes (2023 Vintage)
"Hand-picked from traditional "Albarello" (bush) vines, the grapes for Casa Ponte Primitivo di Manduria are selected for their concentrated flavours. This full-bodied red wine has a deep ruby colour with purple highlights. The nose is rich with aromas of ripe plums, cherries, and subtle notes of vanilla and cocoa. Matured in both American and French oak barrels, Casa Ponte offers a warm, rich character with layers of red and black fruit. The tannins are smooth and well-balanced, leading to a long, intense finish.
An exceptional wine from Apulia, Casa Ponte Primitivo di Manduria delivers both depth and finesse with an unforgettable tasting experience, ideal for those who appreciate a perfect balance of fruitiness and complexity."
5 Stars & 93/100 Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, May 2025 (2023 Vintage)
"It's richly ripe and enticing, the bouquet shows dark berry, vanilla, warm spice, and assorted nut aromas. The palate is plump and silky with excellent weight and expansive mouthfeel, well supported by beautifully melded tannins, finishing flavoursome and velvety. At its best: now to 2029."