Aglianico del Taburno D.O.C.G 2016 - Chestnut barrique 12 months

Aglianico del Taburno DOCG VITAE is obtained with an ancient and traditional winemaking system. The refinement in new chestnut barriques elevates it to a unique complexity and intensity. Releases hints of red and dried fruit, balsamic herbs and spicy notes. Perfect with rich meat and game dishes. Description The production area of this wine is the ancient historical region of southern Italy: Sannio. An area that boasts a millenary winemaking history, to such an extent that quotations on Samnite wine can already be found in the writings of ancient Greece from the 5th century BC. Aglianico del Taburno DOCG 2016 VITAE is a wine that in fact proposes itself as an expression of the winemaking tradition. This red wine with unique characteristics is obtained from an ancient and traditional winemaking system used since the 1700s. A particular process that today has fallen into disuse mainly due to the long production times. In particular, after the hand harvesting of the grapes, the procedure involves cooking a part of the harvest at high temperatures. This portion of bunches, now exhausted by the heat, is then reunited with the rest of the batch for fermentation in special chestnut vats. Once this phase is completed, the wine is aged in wood in fine 75% toasted chestnut barriques. Finally, complete the refinement in the bottle. Characteristics With a ruby red color with light garnet reflections, Aglianico del Taburno DOCG VITAE has a bouquet full of aromas that fluctuate from red fruit to tobacco. A perfume that has conquered itself with its maturation in wood. To these smells are also added hints of dried fruit with spicy notes, vanilla aroma and hints of toasting. The complexity and intensity of this red wine are found from the first sip, in perfect balance between alcohol and tannins. Its excellent structure makes it perfect for important meals with dishes such as game, braised meat and red meat. At the same time it is an excellent red wine to drink while savoring cured meats and aged cheeses. Denomination Aglianico del Taburno DOCG Vintage: 2016 Area: Campania, Italy Grape variety: 100% Aglianico Refinement: Chestnut barrique Color: Ruby red with garnet hues Perfume: Balsamic herbs, Red fruit, Dried fruit, Spicy and toasted notes, Tobacco Taste: Warm, Balanced, Round Pairings: Red meats, Aged cheeses, Game Service Temp.: 16 – 18 °C Alcohol: 14.5% Format: 0.75 L