At a glance

Producer

Il Sarmento

Region

Puglia, Italy

Grape variety

Nero di Troia

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€10-18 / $12-20

Tasting profile

Bright red cherry, rose petals, wild herbs, subtle spice notes, fresh acidity, medium tannins.

Evolution: Spice and earthy undertones emerge, fruit softens, floral notes develop complexity.

At peak: Drink at peak for best balance of fruit, spice, and integrated tannins.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high

Tannins

Medium

Alcohol

13-14% ABV

Aging potential

Short to mid-term (3-6 years)

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2026

Optimal window

2023 to 2027

Current status

Drinkable now, will develop

Current condition

Youthful, fresh, primary fruit dominant

Nero di Troia from Puglia shows best character in youth to mid-term, with primary fruit giving way to savory and floral nuance between 2-5 years after vintage.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb, tomato-based pasta, roasted poultry, aged pecorino cheese.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has medium tannins and is medium-bodied, which can benefit from aeration to enhance its aromas and soften the tannins.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Producer employs integrated pest management, some reduction in synthetic inputs, but no confirmed renewable energy use or advanced water conservation. Conventional lightweight glass bottle.

Il Sarmento pursues basic sustainability through reduced agrochemicals but lacks formal certification and advanced environmental initiatives. Packaging is standard; no innovations in bottle weight or materials. Sustainable improvements possible, but wine does not currently stand out for environmental leadership compared to certified organic or carbon-minimal peers.