Product information
Grape : Aglianico (100%)
Zone of production : Lands located at the contrada Cortecorbo in Montemarano
Type of vinification : The grapes harvested at the time of their full ripeness, after destemming and crushing are subjected to fermentation with intense maceration. This is followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in Troncai, Center and Vosges French oak barrels for a period of 8-10 months depending on the vintage. After a short period in steel barrels, the bottles are left to mature for about 6 months
Average annual production : About 5000 bottles
Organoleptic characteristics : Intense ruby red color. Fruity aroma with distinct hints of spices and licorice. Tannic in a balanced way while maintaining low acidity. Dry, moderately soft palate that goes well with dishes such as cured meats and short-aged cheeses
Yield per hectare at the ratio in grapes : 65 ql./hectare with kg. 1.70 per plant
Host information
Irpinia is a land rich in cultural and gastronomic traditions, it is the first area in the South of Italy to have obtained the DOCG in 1993 with TAURASI, in 2003 with FIANO DI AVELLINO and GRECO DI TUFO; still today it is the first to boast three DOCGs.
Vitigni Irpini in technical collaboration with the travel and tourism agency "Pro locando Viaggi & Turismo", organize wine and food tours in Irpinia to discover the wineries, the culture and the wine and food tradition of an authentic and genuine territory.
We have a passion for wine and for Irpinia, our land. We offer you the professionalism and experience of local guides with in-depth knowledge of our territory and the entire Campania region.
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