This is a powerful red wine with rich fruit and a rustic style that reflects its origin. Grown in volcanic soils on the slopes of Monte Vulture in southern Italy, the Aglianico grapes yield an aromatic and rich wine. Blackberry and blackcurrant fruit aromas are enhanced by elements of herbs, roasted espresso, smoke, vanilla and spice. It offers a mouthful of flavor, with the rich black fruits backed by coffee, mint, black pepper, smoke and baking spice tones. This is a satisfying red wine that can pair will with your most flavorful recipes.
Re Manfredi, Aglianico del Vulture (Basilicata, Italy) 2011
By Wayne Belding