Aglianico Sannio DOP

Farming of the Grapes

This wine is obtained from Aglianico grapes grown in limestone-clay soils at an altitude of 150 - 350 m.a.s.l. in the area of ​​Solopaca located on the slopes of the Regional Park Taburno-Camposauro. An espalier farming system is employed giving a yield of 80 qq/ha from vines with an average age of between 10 and 25 years. The harvest takes place during the month of October.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand and conferred to the winery; there follows the de-stemming and soft pressing of the grapes. The vinification is carried out by maceration with the skins which are continuously re-submerged into the must; fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The product is then aged in large oak casks for at least 18 months. The aging process then continues in the bottle.

Features and Combinations

This wine has a ruby ​​red color; the scent is pleasant with hints of ripe red fruit, hints of strawberries, raspberries and spices. The taste is dry, harmonious and velvety. It goes well with red meat and game in general, well-seasoned hard cheeses. Serving temperature: 16-18 ° C. 

bottle: bordolese ducale

packaging: 750mlx6

pallet: 68 (17x4)

grapes: aglianico 100%

aging:  in large oak casks for at least 18 months and in bottle

alcohol: 13%

acidity: 5 g/l min.

serving temperature: 16-18°C