About the Wine

Primitivo has long been the backbone of southern Italy’s red wine culture, valued not for subtlety but for generosity, warmth, and honest flavour. Pepe Nero from Cignomoro is a modern Salento expression that respects this heritage while refining it through controlled oak ageing and balanced extraction. Sourced from 15-year-old vines and harvested in early September, the 2021 vintage captures ripeness without excess, delivering a wine that is approachable, food-friendly, and unmistakably Mediterranean in spirit.

Tasting Experience

Colour
Clear red with youthful vibrancy.

Aroma & Palate
The nose is open and inviting, showing blackberry, ripe plum, and vanilla, with gentle oak sweetness. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and smooth, offering dark fruit richness supported by subtle American oak notes. The texture is rounded and easy, with Primitivo’s natural warmth balanced by restraint rather than heaviness.

Body
Medium-bodied, supple, and accessible.

Finish
Smooth and gentle, finishing with dark fruit and light oak spice.

Why This Wine Matters

Primitivo is often associated with power alone, but Pepe Nero highlights another side of the grape—drinkability. With short, controlled ageing in medium-toast American oak, this wine prioritises balance over intensity. For Singapore drinkers looking for a reliable, flavour-forward Italian red that pairs easily with food and casual occasions, this is an honest, well-crafted expression of Salento.

Food Pairings

International

• Grilled steak

• Lamb chops

• Pasta with tomato-based sauces

Singapore / Regional

• Grilled meats

• Peppery stir-fried beef

• Dark chocolate desserts

Awards & Recognition

Recognised as a classic, well-balanced Primitivo from Salento, appreciated for its smooth texture, approachable style, and faithful expression of the grape. Often chosen as a dependable example of modern southern Italian red winemaking focused on consistency and drinkability rather than excess.

Technical Details

A straightforward Primitivo that delivers warmth, balance, and everyday pleasure.