Cantine Pietrefitte Aglianico del Taburno

100% Aglianico from a vineyard planted in 2005. Fermented and macerated for 15-20 days in stainless steel tanks. Aged in oak barriques for 6 months. 14,5% alcohol. Luminous, translucent cherry-red color. The nose feels a bit reticent with aromas of crushed black raspberries, some fermented cherries, light dusty notes of sun-baked earth and a hint of old wood. The wine feels dry, firm and somewhat austere on the palate with a medium body and savory flavors of tart lingonberries and …

Great value for money but still to young. To be tried again in a year or more.