D’orta e De Conciliis, Zero

This joint venture has produced one of the more outstanding wines of Campania. Often referred to as “supercampano” this Aglianico is for the collector. Extremely limited production and bio-dinamically produced.

Region: Campania IGT
Varietal Blend: 100% Aglianico,,
Vintage: 2004
Production Area: Commune of Agropoli (Salerno)
Vineyards: Single vineyard of 4,5 acres 1.3 miles from the Mediterranean, 20 years old, 750 ft above sea level with a vine density of  2.200 per acre, 
Soil: Clayey calcareuos mix
Planting system: Guyot
Harvest: Early November.
Vinification: About 20% of the grapes are left to dry on grates for 15 days and added to the juice. Fermented partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in large oak barrels for a total of 35 days with frequent daily pump-overs.
Aging: 12 months in used French oak barrels, 12 months in the bottle.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Total bottles produced: 750 ml: 2.800  - 1.500 ml:30

Tasting Notes: Intense almost impenetrable ruby red. Young, pronounced violets, wild fruit, and black pepper on the nose are balanced by tones of minerals, sweet tobacco, and leather on the palate. Notes of spice carry through a persistent finish.

Food Pairings: Roast and grilled meats.