A really intruiging blend this - a mixture of local varieties Fiano, Falanghina and Greco! Full of aromas of white peaches, apricots, lychees and roses. It has the perfume of a fine German wine, the racy acidity, the mouth coating body and freshness that always leaves you wanting another sip. It is full and satisfying with a fresh acidity and a light spritz from the cold, long fermentation.

Mark Shannon and Elvezia Sbalchiero, the duo behind A Mano, have worked in the wine business for most of their lives. Elvezia is a northern Italian wine marketing expert and Mark is a Californian winemaker. They fell in love with Puglia and, when they decided to start their own label, made it their home. By producing wines of quality, Mark and Elvezia have succeeded in making Primitivo one of Italy's most talked about grape varieties. They pay high prices for the best grapes from 70-100 year old vines and focus solely on quality and a modern style. After over fifteen vintages, they are now getting access to some of Salento's best grapes. The A Mano Fiano and Greco vineyards are situated in Valle d’Itria, in the heart of Puglia. The valley provides a constant airflow from the Adriatic sea to the warmer interior regions of Puglia. The fresh breezes lower the night time temperatures, encouraging the development of the lovely perfumes in the grapes. The soils are well-drained on a soft rock base. It is worth noting that this wine is made from the Fiano Minutolo clone from Puglia, which resembles Riesling or Viognier, as opposed to the Fiano di Avellino which is used to make the DOC wines from Campania. A really intruiging blend this - a mixture of local varieties Fiano, Falanghina and Greco! Full of aromas of white peaches, apricots, lychees and roses. It has the perfume of a fine German wine, the racy acidity, the mouth coating body and freshness that always leaves you wanting another sip. It is full and satisfying with a fresh acidity and a light spritz from the cold, long fermentation.