Campania ~ Aglianico
The origin of Aglianico is difficult to establish with precision. However, it seems to have come to us thanks to the Greeks and therefore with the name Hellenic. The current denomination would have been born following the domination of the Aragonese in southern Italy: Aglianico would in fact derive from the Spanish pronunciation of Hellenico. On the other hand, the great quality of this wine is certain, such that it is also nicknamed the Barolo of the South.
The production areas of Aglianico are mainly found in Campania and Basilicata. It is a volcanic vine that has its preferred habitat in the clayey and calcareous soils of these regions. Climatically, Aglianico needs windy hills and not too harsh winters, just as it suffers from excessive heat and drought.
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As anticipated, Aglianico is not an immediate wine, you need to give it time. To begin to express its qualities it must age from 3 to 5 years. It is a red wine with an important structure, as full-bodied and tannic as it is elegant. It will never be a light wine, even if the acidity softens over time. The aroma and taste are intense and fruity (black cherry, cherry, red fruits), tending towards spicy (pepper), while the color is ruby red. In addition to the intensity, what is striking about Aglianico is certainly its persistence, a more than valid reason to avoid drinking it young and giving it the right amount of time. Minimum alcohol content 12.5% vol.
