Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria DOP is a wine born to express the authenticity of the Primitivo grape in a new and modern interpretation. The first bottle of Sessantanni was filled after the acquisition of a 40-hectare vineyard (Alberello) that was over sixty years old, eventually renamed "Valle del Sessantanni" (Sixty-Year-Old Valley). A single vineyard marked a turning point for the entire area and, with its unique style, earned a reputation as the international benchmark for Primitivo wines. The Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria is San Marzano's flagship wine, and the 2018 vintage has once again received a 98/100 rating from Italian wine critic Luca Maroni, making it one of the best-rated (high-end) Primitivo di Mandurias. Vivino customers have awarded the wine a high 4-star rating (4.5*) and the maximum trebicchieri rating, earning it three glasses of Gambero Rosso. For lovers of this sultry, warm, full-bodied wine, the Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria is a true paradise. The grapes for Sessantanni come from an old vineyard located around the famous village of Manduria, in Puglia—in the heel of Italy. The Primitvo grape, incidentally, is called Zinfandel in America and is currently without a doubt one of the most popular grape varieties. Excellent quality at a fantastic price-performance ratio. Along with the iconic Primitivo di Manduria from Gianfranco Fino and the Puglia POP Luminaria, San Marzano is certainly among the top three best Primitivo di Manduria wines. Sessantanni is aged for 12 months in French and American oak. This is clearly evident on the nose with vanilla notes and aromas of cherries, plums, spices, leather, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, powerful, creamy, and a fruit bomb with notes of black fruit, cocoa, coffee, and vanilla. The finish is grand and captivating. It never ends. FACT: In the tab: Attachment, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll also receive a nice discount. We're located almost next to the Rijksweg with ample parking. Click here for the address