Well, we are well and truly in Italy now with this wine, with a big whack of spice that will hit you through the covers for four runs with a little defensive push in the form of some raspberries and blueberries. The palate is a virtual T20 with the fruit coming through in a wash and then the herbs and spices powering through the end. There is a lovely balance of tannin and spice to finish as well.

Tenuta Viglione is located in the heart of Puglia in southern Italy, where the beaches are stunning and the sun equally ideal. Puglia is home to varieties that have found a natural home in Australia, like Fiano and Primitivo. However, behind this, there are a host of other varieties that will become household names in a handful of years, like Verdeca and Nero Di Troia. This is where we introduce Tenuta Viglione, where the Zullo family has been operating since 1937. The Zullo family have cultivated the perfect place that combines wine with a little bit of luxury in the form of the resort on-site. Aside from laying by a pool in the sun with a glass of local fermented grape juice in one hand and a plate of antipasto in the other, the brand hosts various labels representing classic Puglian varieties. The “Circles” label is where we found the true sweet spot, and we are pleased to offer our GPD customer base a delightful package of wines for those who wish they were in southern Italy right now.