Located in the breathtakingly beautiful Salento Peninsula, an area with a long history but which is now looking determinedly forward towards the future, the Masseria Altemura's mission is to offer a new perspective on the wines from the Southern Italian Region of Puglia. The history of the estate began in the 4th century B.C.. Today the past has been brought back to life, thanks to the Zonin's project of restoring the property to its original splendour whilst adding modern amenities. Geographically the winery lies in the centre of Puglia, between the Ionian and the Adriatic Seas which lap the shores of the region. A unique maritime climate and abundant sunlight provide Masseria Altemura with very favourable conditions for grape growing. In addition, this innovative and swiftly evolving domaine benefits from the sea breezes and the nutrient-rich deep red soil that characterizes much of the Region of Puglia. Here Baroque influences blend perfectly with Oriental elegance. The estate's main ally is the sun, which rises everyday to bless the vineyards and makes Masseria Altemura mirror the true spirit of Puglia today.