Feudi di San Gregorio Taurasi
75 cl
At Taurasi, Aglianico finds its ideal territory - uncontaminated, volcanic and impenetrable. Aged for 18 months in French barriques.
At Taurasi, Aglianico finds its ideal territory - uncontaminated, volcanic and impenetrable. Aged for 18 months in French barriques.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Fragrant perfumes of maraschino cherry, cinnamon and nutmeg, vanilla and anise |
Palate | The taste is full and balanced with sweet and soft tannins that confer a good aromatic persistence |
Colour | Ruby red with garnet reflections |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 100% Aglianico |
Alcohol % | 14 |
Estate/Producer | Feudi di San Gregorio |
Country | Italy |
Region/AOC | Campania |
Vintage | 2011 |
Making Techniques | Alcoholic fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks for about 3 weeks. Maturation for about 18 months in medium-toasted French barriques. Minimum ageing for 9 months in bottle. |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Drink now-2028 |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Wine Advocate | 91 Points |
Wine Enthusiast | 90 Points. ‘Dark berry, Asian spice and blue flower aromas slowly unfold on this structured red. The full-bodied, tightly wound palate offers up mature black cherry, blackberry, liquorice, cinnamon and tobacco while youthfully assertive but refined tannins provide support.’ |