Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione

The Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione presents itself in the glass with a dense, sparkling ruby red, an almost black core and fine purple reflections. Even at the first swirl, dense, seductive aromas rise. Dark blackberry opens the bouquet, concentrated and juicy, accompanied by ripe plum and deep black cherry. Added to this are notes of Black Forest cake, cassis, a touch of dried fig and a hint of blueberry. A fine spiciness of black pepper, liquorice, cocoa and cedarwood lays itself like a noble veil over the opulent fruit. Delicate nuances of espresso, smoke, leather and a hint of tobacco give this wine a distinguished, almost mysterious depth. On the palate, the Aglianico appears serious and complex, yet clearly structured and precise. The first impression is powerful and yet finely guided. The texture is hefty and dense, with palpable extract and elegant tension. The wine is dry, but the ripe fruit ensures a juicy flow. Layers of dark berries, morello cherry and plum compote unfold on the palate, along with dark chocolate, roasted coffee and a touch of graphite. The tannins are robust yet ripe and silkily integrated. A fresh, taut acidity carries the dense structure and provides length and clarity. The finish is long, warm and spicy, with notes of blackberry liqueur, cherry, espresso and fine wood smoke. This makes the red wine appear powerful, serious and elegant at the same time. The Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione is a wine for connoisseurs who seek depth, structure and character.

1. On the nose: juicy blackberry, dark plum, black cherry, cassis, smoke, cocoa, leather, espresso and cedarwood.

2. On the palate: dry, powerful, dense, with firm acidity, ripe tannins and complex layers of dark fruit and spice.

3. On the finish: very long, spicy, with notes of dark chocolate, black cherry, tobacco, pepper and fine roasted aromas.

With its depth and substantial structure, the Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione impressively demonstrates the potential of the Aglianico variety from Basilicata. The combination of dark fruit, mineral tension and a cool, smoky background lends it an almost volcanic energy. It thus appears concentrated but never heavy. The subtle oak note underscores the dark aromatics without overpowering them. This red wine is ideal for long evenings at the table and pairs particularly well with hearty dishes. With air, the bouquet opens up even further and reveals ever new facets.

The Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione is made from a single variety and clearly expresses the typical profile of this grape. Aromas of blackberry, plum and black cherry are accompanied by fine spicy and smoky notes. On the palate it shows a powerful yet finely structured character, tailor-made for lovers of full-bodied red wines from southern Italy.

With its firm structure, ripe fruit and capacity to age, the Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione is an ideal wine for the cellar, but already today a great pleasure with hearty dishes.

Vinification of the Aglianico del Vulture DOC from Quarta Generazione

The grapes for this wine come from selected sites on Monte Vulture in Basilicata. There the vines root deeply in volcanic soils of rock, ash and basalt. This terroir shapes the wine with minerality, tension and clear structure. The vines are mostly older and yield small, ripe berries with high aromatic concentration and firm skins. The yield is deliberately kept low so that the grapes can develop plenty of aroma and concentration. Careful canopy management and strict selection ensure that only the best grapes remain on the vine.

The harvest is usually done by hand, in small crates, to bring the grapes intact to the cellar. In many parcels, picking is staggered so that each plot is harvested at optimal ripeness. Before fermentation, another selection takes place on the sorting table. Only ripe, flawless grapes go into the fermentation tank. This keeps the Aglianico’s profile clear and precise. Maceration and fermentation take place under temperature control so that this powerful variety can unfold its full depth and color without showing harshness or bitterness.

Regular pump-overs and gentle punching down of the cap ensure intensive extraction of color, tannin and aroma. The time on the skins is usually quite long. In this way, the wine gains structure, density and longevity. After racking off the skins, malolactic fermentation follows, giving the wine more harmony and a rounder texture. Part of the wine matures in wooden barrels, often in barriques or large oak casks. This gives the Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione delicate notes of vanilla, cocoa and toast without masking the fruit.

During the maturation phase, the wine rests for many months on the fine lees. Regular batonnage can make the texture appear even creamier and rein in its forceful character. This is followed by a period of bottle ageing, which gives the wine time to develop. The finished wine thus presents itself with a harmonious balance of fruit, spice, tannin and acidity. The typical power of the Aglianico grape is retained but is accompanied by elegance and clarity.

Food recommendations for the Aglianico del Vulture DOC from Quarta Generazione

This wine is made to accompany intense, aromatic dishes. Its firm structure, ripe tannins and dark fruit call for partners with character. In this way, the class of the Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione comes fully into its own. An ideal serving temperature is around 16 to 18 degrees. Decanting helps the wine to open up and reveal its dark aromas.

• Braised leg of lamb with rosemary, garlic, root vegetables and roast potatoes
• Beef cheeks braised in red wine, with polenta or mashed potatoes
• Ossobuco or braised veal shank with gremolata and creamy polenta
• Spicy grilled salsiccia with peppers, onions and herbs
• Grilled beef steak, such as ribeye or entrecôte, with herb butter
• Tagliatelle with slowly braised beef or game ragù
• Roast venison or wild boar with lingonberries and potato gratin
• Aged hard cheese such as pecorino, mature parmesan or strong alpine cheese
• Eggplant alla parmigiana with tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil
• Porcini risotto with parmesan and a hint of truffle oil

With these dishes, the Aglianico del Vulture DOC - Quarta Generazione shows its full strength. It combines dark fruit, spicy depth and fresh structure in a red wine that remains long in memory.

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