Castel Del Monte, Barletta-Andria-Trani, Puglia, Italy
Named after 'cappellaccio' or gossan, the hard layer about 30-40 cm down in tufaceous soils formed over the centuries by water erosion of limestone. Planting vineyards on such virgin soils required deep-ripping so that vine roots could penetrate it and reach water. Aged for 12 months in French oak. Deep red with ripe fruit aromas and subtle spice. Flavors of dark berry, leather and pepper. Lingering finish ending with a mineral character.
Named after 'cappellaccio' or gossan, the hard layer about 30-40 cm down in tufaceous soils formed over the centuries by water erosion of limestone. Planting vineyards on such virgin soils required deep-ripping so that vine roots could penetrate it and reach water. Aged for 12 months in French oak. Deep red with ripe fruit aromas and subtle spice. Flavors of dark berry, leather and pepper. Lingering finish ending with a mineral character.
1 person found it helpfulDec 29th, 2017
Very nice Aglianico. Tannins are powdery and nicely integrated. Wine opens with air and is very pleasant after 1hour. Think this is 1-2years from hitting the sweet spot. Went perfectly with braised oxtail
Very nice Aglianico. Tannins are powdery and nicely integrated. Wine opens with air and is very pleasant after 1hour. Think this is 1-2years from hitting the sweet spot. Went perfectly with braised oxtail
1 person found it helpfulJan 7th, 2017
