Puglia's wine production was showcased through one of the region's most popular red wine denominations in two major cities in Northern and Eastern Europe, Copenhagen and Prague. The two dinners, organized by Gambero Rosso on behalf of the Primitivo di Manduria DOP Consortium, are part of the Radici Virtuose project, promoted by Mipaaf (Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies) and Dajs (Jonico Salentino Agri-food Quality District), aimed at raising awareness of the spread of Xylella Fastidiosa, a disease that is altering the agricultural environment by destroying centuries-old olive trees in the Ionian-Salento area.
Two exclusive tasting menus in high-end restaurants illustrated the characteristics and versatility of a great red from Southern Italy. The first dinner took place on 11 June at Enomania, a renowned wine-focused restaurant in Copenhagen, while the prestigious Aromi hosted the second evening in Prague. The menus were created ad hoc for these special occasions, to combine five top labels chosen from the best wineries in the denomination area.
Unconventional and surprising combinations highlighted the characteristics of the Primitivo grape and its different interpretations. The pairings with beef sirloin with cream of roasted peppers, green beans, and potatoes were memorable, perfectly complemented by a Primitivo di Manduria DOC in Copenhagen, while the venison with Jerusalem artichokes and Boreta onions served in Prague was equally successful.
Gambero Rosso journalists, Gianni Fabrizio in Copenhagen and Marzio Taccetti in Prague, guided the invited journalists and industry professionals, along with Laele Scaglioso and Leonardo Spina of the Consortium, providing an overview of the territory and the characteristics of the Primitivo di Manduria D.O.P. The dinners were enriched by the words of company representatives who shared stories and anecdotes about the companies and guided the tasting of the presented labels.
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