AGLIANICO SANNIO DOC 2021

Mustilli's Aglianico del Sannio portrays all the fresh and juicy characteristics of the most representative grape of Campania. After a light refinement in wood and steel, it exhibits a sip of medium intensity and a strong tannic texture, supported by an agile freshness and a bouquet of red fruits, undergrowth and spices. 100% AGLIANICO VARIETY NAME Aglianico Sannio DOC VINTAGE 2021 ALCOHOL CONTENT 12.5% vol PRODUCTION AREA Sannio EXPOSURE South West ALTITUDE 250 meters above sea level SOIL Limestone, volcanic, clayey Guyot BREEDING PLANTS/HA 5,000 PRODUCTION 70 quintals/hectare VINIFICATION AND AGING Grapes from the Pozzillo vineyard in the municipality of Sant'Agata dei Goti, selected and harvested by hand. Fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature for approximately two weeks with subsequent malo-lactic fermentation. Aging in steel and to a small extent in French oak tonneaux for approximately 6 months. Bottle aging for a minimum of 3 months. COLOR Deep ruby red with violet reflections, very intense. Intense, persistent BOUQUET of black and red fruit, sour cherry, black cherry and toasted spices, black pepper, myrtle. TASTE dry, savory, decidedly tannic, full, with hints of ripe fruit and spicy notes. SERVING TEMPERATURE 16-18° C FOOD COMBINATION We recommend pairing with soups, lasagne, rice sartù, beef and chicken grenadine, soft cheeses.