Titolo Aglianico del Vulture DOC
First Vintage:
2000
Grapes:
100% Aglianico
Alcohol
14.0% ABV
Format:
750 ml
Vineyards:
Old vines located in Contrada Solagna del Titolo, Barile (Basilicata) on the slopes of Monte Vulture
Altitude:
Around 600 meters above sea level
Soils:
Volcanic and pozzolanic, rich in minerals and ash
Training System:
Guyot
Harvest:
Late October, by hand in small crates
Vinification & Aging:
Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature; malolactic fermentation and aging in new French oak barriques for 12 months, followed by bottle aging before release
Color:
Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
Nose:
Intense and complex aromas of black cherry, plum, violet, tobacco, and mineral notes with hints of spice and incense
Palate:
Full-bodied, structured, and elegant; firm tannins balanced by freshness and pronounced minerality, leading to a long, persistent finish
Body & Style:
Dry, powerful, and age-worthy Aglianico del Vulture; a refined and authentic expression of volcanic terroir
Scores (2019):
Vinous 94+, Wine Enthusiast 92
Description
Dark and intense ruby red with an ample and complex nose yielding ethereal spices, cherry, blackberry preserves, rosemary, tobacco and cinnamon with light hints of vanilla. Dry on the palate and full bodied with firm tannins and alongfinish. Although a young wine when released, it is destined
for a great future!