Description
Grape variety: 100% Aglianico del Vulture.
Grape harvest: last ten days of November/ first ten days of December.
Vinification: 30-day maceration and fermentation in stainless steel containers.
Maturation: in French oak barrels and tonneaux in volcanic tuff caves for at least 24 months and a further 12-month bottle aging.
Organoleptic test:
• Colour: intense ruby red with garnet hints, impenetrable.
• Nose: hints of cherry jam (plum, black cherry, blackberry, blueberry), chocolate, black pepper, dried violet, carob, tobacco, cinnamon, face powder, mace, leather, liquorice, vanilla, and mint.
• Palate: savoury, fresh, full, and elegant with hints of plum, black cherry, and blackberry. Long, persistent, and aromatic finish with notes of liquorice and dark chocolate.
Pairings: game meat, roasted and braised meat, aged cheeses, and desserts with dark chocolate.
Service temperature: 16°-18°C.
Bottle size: 75 cl
