A stunning example of the southern Italian grape variety, this Aglianico has seen only minimal oak, so tastes foremost of fruit and earth, without any sort of char or woody intrusion. Though full-bodied and packed full of intriguing layered flavors, it never feels heavy and is not at all hot. Delicious now, it also has the stuffing to age gracefully. In sum, this is simply a fantastic wine and a must buy.
I Favati, Campi Taurasini (Irpinia, Campania, Italy) Aglianico 2010
By Paul Lukacs