DOC · since 1982
Copertino
Wine · PDO · 6 municipalities
Established in 1982, the Copertino DOC covers six Apulian municipalities, including Arnesano and Carmiano. This denomination distinguishes itself through strict vineyard composition limits: while Negro Amaro must comprise at least 70% of the blend, Sangiovese is specifically capped at 15% of the total vines in the vineyard. Yielding a maximum of 14.0 tonnes per hectare, the resulting base red wine must reach at least 12.0% alcohol by volume. It delivers a persistent vinous aroma and a dry, velvety palate with a characteristic slightly bitter aftertaste, developing light orange tones when aged.
Negro Amaro 70%12% vol min140 q/ha maxsource ↗
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red of varying intensity with light orange tones when aged
- Taste
- dry with a slightly bitter aftertaste, velvety, savory, generous
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Copertino produced?
- Copertino is produced in 6 municipalities in Puglia, Italy: Arnesano, Carmiano, Copertino, Galatina and more.
- What grape is Copertino made from?
- Copertino is made from Negro Amaro (min 70%), Malvasia nera di Brindisi, Malvasia nera di Lecce, Montepulciano, Sangiovese (da sole o congiuntamente).
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Copertino?
- The minimum alcohol content of Copertino is 12% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.