The Primitivo Salento IGT “Vigne Vecchie” 2022 – Borgo al Pascolo presents itself as an authentic and profound expression of the grape variety, capable of combining Mediterranean generosity and technical elegance—awarded 99 points out of 100. In the glass, it displays an intense ruby ​​red with garnet highlights, a sign of maturity and concentration. On the nose, it opens with great breadth: notes of ripe plum, cherries in alcohol, and blackberry jam intertwine with more complex nuances of vanilla, bitter cocoa, sweet tobacco, and fine spices, deriving from the 6-month aging in French oak barriques. On the palate, it is enveloping, warm, and structured, yet surprisingly balanced: the typical softness of Primitivo is supported by a silky and well-integrated tannic texture, while a light freshness accompanies the sip, making it dynamic and persistent. The finish is long, with spicy and balsamic hints that invite repeat tasting. A wine that expresses the maturity of the old vines, where the concentration of the fruit meets the precision of the refinement, giving life to a Primitivo with great personality, depth and international appeal, capable of standing out at the highest levels of quality.