Aglianico


Aglianico [ah-LYAH-nee-koh]

Bouquets / Tasting notes: aromas and flavors of black fruit, Plum, Black Cherrry, Blackberry, dark chocolate, coffee, pepper, leather, smoke, and mineral.

Body: Dark and brooding

Color: Inky, dark ruby purple

Pairings: Red Meat, Lamb, BBQ

Side notes: DOCG :
Best location: Volcanic soils in warm-to-hot climates - e.g., Taurasi D.O.C.G. in Campania and AGLIANICO DEL VULTURE in Basilicata. Brands to look for include Tenuta le Querce, Sasso, Di Majo Norante, Terredora di Paolo, Cantina del Taburno, Feudi di San Gregorio, and Caputo.

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