Product information
To speak of Aglianico is to refer to the most illustrious and important red grape variety in southern Italy. With very ancient origins, it generates a very structured wine marked by longevity and consistency even when drunk after many years. It is precisely with the passage of time, in fact, that it expresses all its characteristics and emphasizes distinctive properties and unique scents.
Aglianico, widespread in its territorial variants mainly in Campania and Basilicata, prefers volcanic soils and finds its highest expression in Irpinia with the production of Aglianico DOC and its renowned evolution, Taurasi DOCG.
Optimal acidity and great tannins are the elements that characterize Aglianico DOC, a young and fruity wine with a strong character and intense flavor.
Soil characteristics: medium Texture tending to clayey
Planting system: Guyot
Harvest time: late October
Production: 70q/ha
Color: deep red
Flavor:the nose highlights aromas of morello cherry, plum and berries to which are added spicy notes
Flavor: dry, warm, soft, velvety, with great structure and elegance
Serving temperature: 12 - 14°C
Wine pairings: Irpinia Aglianico DOC is an important wine that prefers pairings with earthy first courses, ideal with red meats, aged cheeses and dried fruits.
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.
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Vitigni Irpini
Irpinia Aglianico D.o.c - Cantina Sertura
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