Wines of Puglia Explorer Set Shipping Included
Travel down the boot of Italy to Puglia, in the heel, and you will find some spectacular off the beaten path wines. Enter Domus Hortae of Orta Nova, near the spur of the boot heel. Family owned since the 1700s, today it is led by husand and wife team Rosanna and Pino. Specializing in native local varieties, they care for their land that is built on prehistoric seabeds with organic principles and integrated agriculture. Working as close to the land as possible, their wines have no trace of chemicals, copper, or added sulfur in their wines.
With this set, taste all four of their authentic Pugliese wines with these local varieties, like the Pinot Grigio like Kimere Bombino Bianco, the bolder herbaceous white Ti Esti Minutolo, and two iterations of nero di troia a strawberry-citrusy Kiaros rosé and the plummy fruity red Kalinero. In fact, this set gives a great variety, covering a variety of styles and flavors.
Shipping is also included in the Continental US with this set, and for your entire order!
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Wines Included in This Set
Domus Hortae Kimere Bombino Bianco White Wine
Meaning dream, 'Kimere' is a monovarietal made from Bombino Bianco having a pale yellow color, delicate aromas of white flowers and peach. On the palette it is fresh, fruity, with saline texture and finish. It could be an alternative to recommend to a Pinot Grigio lover. Fermented and aged in stainless steel. From a small family estate in Northern Puglia in Southern Italy.
Type of Wine: White, Still
Grape(s): Bombino Bianco
Appellation: Bombino Bianco IGT Puglia
Vintage: 2021 | 2022
Alcohol % by Vol: 12.5%
Domus Hortae Ti Esti Minutolo White Wine
Ti estì means in the local Greek dialect 'what is this?' which gives you a clue about this wine. It is a monovarietal made by the Minutolo grape, which is an aromatic white grape grown in Puglia, Southern Italy, since 1200. Despite it being made in stainless steel, 'spicy' is a word to describe this white wine. The bouquet is intriguing, with white flowers, lemon and citrus candy and a hint of herbs. On the palette, tropical fruit flavors stand out, like lychee and banana.
Type of Wine: White, Still
Grape(s): Fiano Minutolo
Appellation: Fiano di Puglia IGT
Vintage: 2021
Alcohol % by Vol: 13%
Domus Hortae Kiaros Nero di Troia Rose Wine
Kiaros, meaning 'just in time,' is a delightful expression of a rose wine, or rosato as they say in Italian, made from 100% Nero di Troia grapes. It has a strawberry-like citrus nose and ripe plum and rhubarb taste, this is a pleasant, fruity and balanced rose with a slight saline finish. Fermented and aged in stainless steel. From a small family estate in Northern Puglia in Southern Italy.
Type of Wine: Rosé, Still
Grape(s): Nero di Troia
Appellation: Nero di Troia IGT Puglia Rosato
Vintage: 2021
Alcohol % by Vol: 12.5%
Domus Hortae Kalinero Nero di Troia Red Wine
A natural wine made with 100% Montepulciano grapes spanning family vineyards in Spoltore and Chieti. It has aromas of amarena cherries and licorice and a slight funkiness thanks to its 100% natural production. It tastes of dark fruit, with a rich texture and slightly bitter finish, with the funky vibe continuing while tasting. Fermented and refined in the winegrower's grandparents' concrete vessels. Pairs nicely with chicken parmesan.
Type of Wine: Red, Still
Grape(s): Nero di Troia
Appellation: Nero di Troia IGT Puglia
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol % by Vol: 14%
