Aglianico, known as the "Barolo of the South," is a dark, tannic yet drinkable noble grape wine from Campania, exemplified by the Taurasi DOCG.
Producer
Pietracupa
Region
Campania
Country
Italy
Varietal Composition
100% Aglianico
Specifications
2015
Vintage
2031
Drink By
14
%
ABV
Vinification
Half of the wine ages in Allier oak barriques and the other in large Slavonian oak casks for 12 months, then blended and aged for another 12 months in the bottle before release.
Occasional wine note
Aglianico is considered the "Barolo of the South." It is ancient and considered one of the noble grapes. It's dark and big and tannic, but still quite drinkable. Taurasi is one of the 3 primary DOCGs for Aglianico and 1 of the 2 in Campania (the 3rd is in Basilicata). We still have yet to try an Aglianico we didn't like. Again, big but drinkable. This one is fits well into that descriptor. Enjoy one of the great wines of Campania!
What experts say about this wine
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Wine Advocate
This is one of my favorite reds in this tasting of Campania wines. The Pietracupa 2015 Taurasi has terrific balance and a very long, silky texture that is not without power and freshness. You get tons of dark fruit here, with bright cherry, blackberry and kirsch, and earthy tones too, as well as pencil shavings and sweet spice from the oak. If you are looking at Taurasi for your next big red purchase, I highly recommend this standout bottle (in a production of 4,000 total bottles).
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pairing recommendation
Pork
Black Pepper
Root Vegetables
Hard Cheeses
Red Meat
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2015 Pietracupa Taurasi DOCG
750
ml
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