Masseria Ficarigna was born in Salento, where the heat of the sun's rays is mitigated by the sea breezes that come from the Adriatic and Ionian. The name Masseria Ficarigna itself is a tribute to the land of Salento, as it takes up the dialectal term "ficarigna", which indicates the prickly pear, a fruit with a dual nature, thorny but with a sweet taste. The goal of the wine project of Masseria Ficarigna is precisely to enhance the land of Salento starting from its wines: from Primitivo di Manduria , to Negroamaro and Susumaniello , the winery becomes an ambassador of the winemaking excellence of the area. Another unmistakable element of the Masseria Ficarigna brand are the labels of its wines, which take inspiration from the local fauna: in that of the Negroamaro we can recognize the "pica", or the Salento magpie, in that of the Primitivo the gecko; or the starfish on the Negroamaro rosé label.

Masseria Ficarigna Red Wine

Masseria Ficarigna red wine originates on clayey-limestone soils, where exposure is always mitigated by sea currents. A perfect climatic balance that is found in Masseria Ficarigna wines, emblematic and representative of their land. The flagships of the winery are undoubtedly the Primitivo di Manduria and the Primitivo di Manduria Riserva. Both obtained from 100% Primitivo grapes, they follow a different aging period in barrels: 4 months for the Primitivo di Manduria and one year for the Primitivo Riserva. This process gives the two wines unmistakable aromas: the Primitivo di Manduria stands out for its scent of cherry and raspberry, balanced with toasted notes and bitter cocoa, while the Primitivo Riserva opens on the nose with a bouquet of ripe red fruit. , plum jam, vanilla and balsamic hints. Other renowned wines of Masseria Ficarigna are the Puglia IGT based on Negroamaro and Primitivo grapes, an intense but velvety wine and the Salento IGT , a deep ruby red with purple nuances. Finally, Susumaniello, with its perfect combination of aromas, ranging from fruity notes of black currant and plum to thyme, closing with a touch of flint. This wide variety of Masseria Ficarigna red wines is available on Vino.com.

Where is the Masseria Ficarigna winery located?

The Masseria Ficarigna winery is located in the heart of Salento, the extreme tip of Puglia . A land of enviable climatic complexity: the long exposure to the sun given by long and hot summers is balanced by the mild climate typical of the coastal areas of the Mediterranean. A perfect habitat for the cultivation of different grape varieties, mainly red berried grapes.

How was the Negroamaro Masseria Ficarigna born?

The Negroamaro Masseria Ficarigna originates from one of the most representative native vines of the Salento peninsula, of which the Masseria Ficarigna winery is the spokesperson with its wines Negroamaro Salento IGT, Negroamaro Rosato Salento IGT and Negroamaro Primitivo Puglia IGT. Negroamaro Salento IGT is a ruby red wine obtained from 100% Negroamaro grapes. The nose is deep and in the mouth it is intense, soft and balanced, perfect to combine with cured meats and medium-aged cheeses. The Negroamaro Rosato, on the other hand, is fresher in the mouth and opens on the nose with aromas of red fruits and rose petals. Finally, the Negroamaro Primitivo, produced starting from the grapes of both vines, shows a bright ruby color. The nose opens with notes of red berry fruit and in the mouth it is intense and balanced.

What are the characteristics of Masseria Ficarigna Primitivo di Manduria?

Primitivo di Manduria Masseria Ficarigna comes from the Salento vine of choice, Primitivo, so called because its grapes ripen early. Aged in barrique for 4 months, it opens on the nose with aromas of ripe red fruit, cherry and notes of bitter cocoa. The sip is warm, soft and dry, all characteristics that make it perfect in combination with grilled meat dishes and cheeses. In addition to the Primitivo di Manduria, Masseria Ficarigna also produces the Primitivo di Manduria Riserva, which is aged in cask for 12 months to obtain its unmistakable aromas of ripe red fruit and plum jam, with balsamic and vanilla notes. Primitivo di Manduria Riserva goes well with both stewed meats and grilled red meats and game.