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
2015 | James Suckling | 90 pts |
2015 | Wine Enthusiats | 92 pts Cellar Selection |
2015 | Wine Spectator | 91 pts |
2015 | Robert Parker | 92 pts |
2015 | Gambero Rosso | 2 Bicchieri Rossi |
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
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Vineyard
Vineyard
Tommasi Naturae
Sustainable Winegrowing