Name: Taurasi DOCG – Magnum with wooden case
SKU: 5539
Availability: InStock

Description

Wine: A red suited to long ageing made from the best-known and most widespread native variety in southern Italy: Aglianico.
Grape variety: Aglianico 100%
Grape origin: From a certified organic vineyard in Località Piana delle mele, municipality of Fontanarosa
Training system: Spurred cordon
Planting density: 4000 plants per hectare
Yield per hectare: 8000 kg
Harvest period: Late October, early November
Harvesting method: Manual in crates
Vinification and ageing: Classic red wine fermentation and maceration on the skins for about 20-25 days at a controlled temperature (20°C – 22°C). Maturation in French oak barriques and 80 hl barrels for a period of 12 months. A period in steel vats and subsequent ageing in the bottles.
Sensory features: Intense and brilliant ruby red colour, with garnet hues. A powerful nose, with generous red fruits followed by hints of more intense spices such as cloves, and coffee notes.
Serving temperature: 16°-18°C
Food pairings: Ideal with flavoursome red meats, all types of game, and very mature cheeses