Tenute Lu Spada Masada Negroamaro Brindisi
Dense ruby color with generous aromas of ripe red plum, black cherry, blackberry, dried herbs, balsamic notes, tobacco, roasted coffee, and spice. Expressive notes of red fruit, coffee, tobacco, and savory spice on the tongue with vibrancy and richness. Tenute Lu Spada is a relatively young Brindisi estate founded in 2015, with a strong emphasis on the traditional grapes of the area and certified organic farming. The estate works a variety of native grapes with the stated goal of preserving and promoting the viticultural identity of Brindisi. Its vineyards lie near the coast, where clay-rich soils and maritime influence are important parts of the terroir.
Classification: DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata)
Grape Varietal: Negroamaro
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: Italy
Region: Puglia
Appellation: Brindisi
Grape Profile: Negroamaro is one of Puglia’s signature red grapes. Its name is often interpreted as “black-bitter,” which neatly hints at its style: dark fruit paired with a slightly savory or pleasantly bitter edge. Typical expressions show black cherry, plum, blackberry, dried herbs, licorice, tobacco, and earth, often with moderate-to-firm tannins and a naturally warm, sun-ripened character.
Region Profile: Brindisi sits in southeastern Puglia near the Adriatic coast, within the broader Salento peninsula. The climate is warm, dry, sunny, and heavily influenced by the sea, with maritime breezes helping moderate summer heat. Soils around Brindisi frequently contain substantial clay and limestone, conditions well suited to drought-resistant native varieties.
Pair with: Grilled and roasted red meats and game meats. Rich pasta dishes. Barbecued pork and sausages. Roasted vegetables and aged cheeses like provolone, parmigiano-reggiano, and pecorino.
