Drink Red Wine Chilled
Fichimori Launches in U.S.
Woodinville, Wash. - Summer wine sipping usually means opening up a crisp white or a bottle of rosé, leaving red wines on the shelf until the fall. Launching this summer and breaking the traditional patterns of red wine consumption is Fichimori: a vibrant wine – with minimal oak or tannins – that is best enjoyed well-chilled to help beat the summer heat.
Fichimori – a blend of primarily Negroamaro grapes (native to southern Italy) with a touch of Syrah – delivers vibrant aromas of pomegranate, tart cherry and rose floral notes. On the palate, Fichimori is fresh and fruity with a delicate velvety finish. In Puglia’s local dialect, Fichimori translates to “dark figs,” considered some of the region’s most delicious fruit with a color so intensely red that they appear almost black. In the glass, Fichimori is true to its name, showcasing a deep ruby-red color laced with hints of purple.
Its soft tannins and fruity flavors are best when served well-chilled (ideally between 46°F – 50°F). Fichimori is a new alternative to afternoon beach or poolside cocktails and also lends itself to be enjoyed during evening soirées. It pairs effortlessly with light pastas, citrus salads and other warm-weather dishes. For a more unique pairing, try Fichimori with fresh sushi and delicate seafood.
Expertly crafted through a combination of old world and modern techniques, Fichimori introduces consumers to a lesser-known grape like Negroamaro, a native grape long enjoyed by Puglians. Puglia, a region in southern Italy, is an emerging epicurean gem that for oenophiles has earned its name as “the cellar of Italy.” Fichimori’s bright and lively flavors convey the essence of summers in Puglia and by being served at a cooler temperature the wine is a refreshing encouragement to “chill out” this summer.
Fichimori will be available starting summer 2014 in select markets throughout the United States, including Arizona, California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Texas. SRP: $15.99 / 750ml bottle.
For more information about Fichimori, please visit the Tormaresca website
Tormaresca winery was founded in 1998 by the Antinori family, one of Italy’s most renowned wine producers who recognized Puglia’s tremendous potential to produce wines of outstanding quality. As true visionaries, the Antinori family built Tormaresca with the goal of creating wines that would be the finest expression of viticulture in Puglia.
Tormaresca means ‘tower by the sea’ and is so named for the ancient towers overlooking the Adriatic Sea that lend the region its distinctive architectural character. Tormaresca is comprised of two estates, Bocca di Lupo and Masseria Maime. Bocca di Lupo is located in Murgia in northern Puglia, which is within the Castel del Monte IGT. The estate comprises 250 acres planted to Aglianico, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Fiano. Masseria Maime is located in southern Puglia on the Salento peninsula. The estate comprises 625 acres of Negroamaro, Primitivo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The Tormaresca full wine portfolio includes Massiera Maime, Bocca di Lupo, Torcicoda, Trentangeli, Roycello, Chardonnay, Neprica and Fichimori. All Tormaresca wines are made from 100% estate-grown fruit.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Scott,
Director of Communications, Import & Luxury Wines
425-415-3354 or Jennifer.j.scott@smwe.com
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