TAURASI D.O.C.

Dominated by an ancient Longobard castle that was enlarged by the Normans, the community of Taurasi is the center of the production of the red wine of the same name. Taurasi is of extremely ancient origin. It is a wine of great body and structure, dry and austere, with an aromatic vein. The wine must be aged for three years, of which one in chestnut or oak casks. In the three succeeding years, the wine can be tasted in the fullness of its quality and is particularly good as an accompaniment to roasted red meats.
The variety from which it is made, Aglianico, was introduced by Hellenic peoples around the time of the foundation of Cumae (Cuma). The variety is found in virtually the whole of southern Italy but the wines produced from it are considerably different, depending upon the places where the vines grow. However, Campania is clearly one of its best habitats. Aglianico has a cluster of medium size that is cylindrical-conical in shape. The grapes are round and blue in color.
Our Taurasi is dry and austere, with exceptional body and solid structure. Intense and aromatic, it is a particularly good accompaniment for roasted red meats and root vegetables.

Area of Production: Hills of Irpinia (Campania-Italy)
Location of Vineyards: 350 Slm
Grape: 100% Aglianico
Nature of Soil: Clayey and calcareous
Vineyard Exposure: Southwest

Vintage Time: Last ten days of October
Winemaking: Pressing and delestage
Fermentation: Under controlled temperature
Refinement: Steel container, 1 year in oak barrels and in bottle

Alcoholic Content: 12.5% Alc. by Vol.
Total Acidity: 5,50 grams per liter
Sugar Residue: Traces
Dry Extract: 31,00

Bottling: Historical Bordelaise and natural cork
Characteristics: Intense dark ruby-red in color; fruity and spicy nose with hints of dried plum; full-bodied, austere and well structured with a potent long finish
Serving Temperature: 18°C or 63°F
Preferred Serving: Large glass