Tarantella Merlot 2020

Not surprisingly for a dance that’s evolved over a thousand years, the origin of the tarantella is shrouded in mystery. Some say it was devised in Taranto, Puglia, as a cure for the tarantula’s bite (provided victims danced for three days and nights); others, it was an antidote to the morso (bite) d’amor. Many regions in Italy’s south have their own version of this dance, but we believe we are unique in offering a seductive local wine of the same name. Discovered by our Buyer in a wild area of bountiful sunshine, ancient vineyards, olive groves, trulli and wines of outstanding value, Tarantella Merlot exudes ripe plum and sweet spice character.