This wine is produced with grapes from the ancient Aglianico vine cultivated in particular soils of Irpinia, it has a red colour ruby, characteristic smell and very persistent full flavour. It goes well with game dishes, spicy cheeses and tasty roasts It should be served at a temperature of 16° – 18°. Production area: Torre le Nocelle, in the heart of the Aglianico production area DOC, with land located at an altitude of 400/450 mm above sea level. Particularly suitable for viticulture. Grape variety: Aglianico: 100%. Farming system: The cultivation method of the vineyards is spurred cordon, with 3500 vines per hectare, conducted with an agricultural method integrated. The production per hectare is 90/100 quintals. Winemaking: Manual collection and placement in plastic boxes max weighing 22 kg, carried out at the end of October. Crushing-destemming, followed from maceration in stainless steel tanks, at temperature controlled 23° – 25° for a duration of 15/20 days. Racking and slow fermentation always in steel tanks. After first racking the wine is refined in steel tanks. Characteristics: Lively ruby red colour, intense bouquet, with spicy notes. Dry, full flavor with hints of violet and raspberry. Pairings: Meat-based dishes, roasts, game and spicy cheeses.
