Region: Abruzzo, Italy
Varietal: Primitivo (Zinfandel)
Tasting Notes: The 2022 Lunaria Ruminat Primitivo, Terre di Chieti IGT, is a bold and expressive red wine from the Abruzzo region of Italy. This vintage presents a deep, dark, ruby color with an alluring bouquet of ripe blackberries, prunes, and dried fruit, complemented by nuances of carob and herb. On the palate, it is full-bodied with rounded, plush tannins, robust, juicy black fruit, rich chocolate, and a touch of spice. The tannins are well-structured but smooth and supple, providing a balanced mouthfeel, while the wine’s vibrant acidity ensures a lingering, harmonious finish. This Primitivo showcases both the intensity and depth characteristic of the varietal.
Pairing: This rich Primitivo pairs well with everything from pizza, spaghetti and meatballs, grilled veggies, and BBQ pork sandwiches to more serious main courses like our late summer favorite: grilled lamb chops. The wine’s bold fruit flavors and hints of dark chocolate complement the savory, garlicky essence of the lamb. The robust character of the Primitivo matches the richness of the meat, while the wine’s smooth tannins and vibrant acidity balance the dish’s flavors, making for a perfectly harmonious dining experience.
Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic
About: ‘Ruminat,' translated from Latin, means "Chews. " Like its namesake, this wine packs a lot in mouthfeel and on the palate—as Primitivo should. Cantina Orsogna has managed to cultivate the true elements of this varietal, a mainstay on the dinner table while staying true to the beauty of its terroir.
Cantina Orsogna, formed in 1964, is a cooperative company of 600 farmers committed to Organic & Biodynamic Farming and conservation of Majella National Park.
Lunaria wines are certified as organic, biodynamic, and vegan.
The story of Lunaria began in 2003 when some winemaker members of the Cantina Sociale di Orsogna, already organic, embraced the idea promoted by the cooperative of managing the vineyards according to the principles of biodynamic agriculture, sharing the importance of safeguarding the territory, its biodiversity, and agricultural experiences and traditions.
