Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture DOC
The product that offers the finest synthesis of the grape variety, the terroir, the structure and the longevity of Aglianico del Vulture wine and of Paternoster.
If you don’t know the cellar-worthy Aglianico del Vulture, Synthesi is the place to start.
Awards
2017 | Wine Spectator | 90 pts Smart Buy |
2017 | James Suckling | 90 pts |
2016 | James Suckling | 92 pts |
2016 | Wine & Spirits | 91 pts BEST BUY |
2016 | Robert Parker | 90 pts |
2016 | Gambero Rosso | 2 Bicchieri Rossi |
2015 | James Suckling | 91 pts |
2015 | Gambero Rosso | 2 Bicchieri Rossi |
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Description
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Tasting Note
A vibrant ruby red in color, it displays an ethereal, fragrantly fruity bouquet of blackberries, blueberries, wild berries and pepper. On the palate it is dry and velvety, with well-integrated tannins; it reveals great balance and a persistent aftertaste.
Serving Suggestions
Excellent with all game and red meat dishes, as well as with mature cheeses.
Origin
The area of Mount Vulture Vineyards at 450-600 meters above sea level.
Grapes
Aglianico del Vulture 100%
Vinification and Maturation
Classic red wine vinification with destemmed grapes; maceration on the skins in stainless steel for 12-15 days at 25°-28°C, with periodic pumping over and punching down of the cap. Maturation for 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks for 80% of the wine and in (not new) French barriques for the remaining 20% for 14 months. 7-8 months’ bottle-aging.
Alcohol
13% by vol.
Serving Temp.
16-18°C in calice ampio
Bottle Size
0.75l
Ageing
Vineyard
Tommasi Naturae
Sustainable Winegrowing
Additional information
Annata | 2010, 2013, 2015 |
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