Rotondo
Aglianico del Vulture
DOC
The hamlet of Rotondo, in the district of Barile, has historically always been one of the most atmospheric and coveted spots for the cultivation of the Aglianico variety… a really thrilling cru!
Awards
2018 | Bibenda | 5 bunches |
2018 | Doctor Wine | 94 pts |
2017 | AIS Vitae | 4 viti |
2017 | Wine Enthusiast | 92 pts |
2017 | Bibenda | 5 bunches |
2017 | Wine & Spirits | 91 pts |
2016 | Wine & Spirits | 93 pts |
2016 | James Suckling | 92 pts |
2016 | Wine Spectator | 92 pts |
2016 | Robert Parker | 91 pts |
2015 | James Suckling | 90 pts |
2015 | Wine Enthusiast | 92 pts Cellar Selection |
2015 | Wine Spectator | 91 pts |
2015 | Robert Parker | 92 pts |
2013 | James Suckling | 92 pts |
2013 | Wine Spectator | 90 pts |
Information
Tasting Note
Bright ruby red with gleaming purplish highlights; on the nose it displays fruity and spicy notes, with a hint of licorice. On the palate it is juicy and concentrated, with notes of raspberry preserve and a rounded, persistent finish.
Origin
The Villa Rotondo vineyard, lying at 500 meters above sea level. The old, Guyot-trained vines produce extremely low yields.
Grapes
Aglianico del Vulture 100%
Vinification and Maturation
Manual harvest in small crates; classic red wine fermentation with destemmed grapes; maceration in stainless steel for 15 days at 25°-28°C, with periodic pumping over and punching down of the cap. Malolactic fermentation and maturation in new French barriques for 14 months. 12 months’ bottle-aging.
Alcohol
14% by vol.
Serving Temp.
16-18°C
Bottle Size
0.75l
Serving Suggestions
Vineyard
Tommasi Naturae
Sustainable Winegrowing