San Marzano Sessantanni Primitivo

San Marzano Sessantanni Primitivo di Manduria is an icon of Southern Italy — a deeply expressive red born from ancient, sixty-year-old bush vines. A wine of profound richness and soul, it embodies the heritage of Puglia with every velvety, sun-drenched sip.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Intense ruby red with a broad, complex bouquet of ripe plum, cherry jam, and tobacco. The palate is full-bodied and supple, revealing layers of cocoa, coffee, and vanilla wrapped in elegant tannins. Opulent yet balanced, it lingers beautifully with a long, warming finish of dark fruit and spice.

Key Details

• Winery: San Marzano
• Varietal: Primitivo
• Region: Puglia, Italy
• Vintage: 2019
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Volume: 750 ml
• Other: Made from 60-year-old bush vines; matured in French and American oak

Craftsmanship & Story

Crafted from old vines rooted in Puglia’s iron-rich soils, Sessantanni represents the heart and history of San Marzano. Each grape is hand-selected from traditional alberello-trained vines, then vinified with meticulous care and aged in oak to develop depth, spice, and structure. It stands as the wine that redefined global perception of Primitivo — a masterpiece of southern Italian winemaking.

Special Features

The name ‘Sessantanni’ means “sixty years,” paying tribute to the venerable vines that produce its concentrated fruit. Their low yields deliver exceptional intensity and complexity, creating a wine that balances heritage, craftsmanship, and contemporary elegance — a perfect fusion of past and present.

Recognition & Accolades

Widely celebrated for its power and poise, Sessantanni has earned gold medals and top critic scores across the world’s leading wine competitions.

• 99/100 Points – Luca Maroni, Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani (2019 vintage)
• Gold – The Wine Hunter Awards, Merano (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Korea Wine Challenge (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Berliner Wein Trophy, Summer Tasting (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Mundus Vini, Summer Tasting (2019 vintage)
• Gold – Sydney International Wine Competition (2019 vintage)

These accolades affirm its standing as one of Italy’s most revered and enduring Primitivo wines.

Food Pairings

Rich and velvety, Sessantanni pairs effortlessly with braised beef, wild boar ragu, or traditional Puglian braciole simmered in tomato sauce. Its deep fruit and spice complement aged cheeses such as Pecorino and Caciocavallo, while dark chocolate enhances its luxurious, bittersweet finish.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Elegant, powerful, and steeped in tradition, San Marzano Sessantanni is a statement wine — perfect for collectors, connoisseurs, and lovers of authentic Italian luxury.

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