Aglianico Paestum “Naima”
Naima is part of Cilento, an interpretation of its terroir, a wine that could only be made here. Its name evokes John Coltrane, the great jazz master. Hard and soft at the same time, its richness shows an absolute simplicity. Powerful and elegant is an Aglianico from Cilento, rich in scents of fruit on the nose, it is warm on the palate, warm like a trip to Cilento.
Note: “Naima” is named after the John Coltrane ballad.
Appellation: Paestum Aglianico (IGT)
Type: Red, dry
Varietal: 100% Aglianico
Certified Organic
Color: Lively and bright garnet red.
Bouquet: Ripe plum and undergrowth with floral and Mediterranean scrub with notes of leather, tobacco, cocoa beans, licorice and graphite.
Taste: The aromatics are confirmed in the mouth. Enveloping and fresh on the palate with ripe tannins. The finish is characterized by intense persistence.
Alcohol: 14.5%.
Serving Suggestion: Serve at a 16-17°C (61-63°F) in a tall, fairly wide goblet.
Pairing: Rich meats, roast, grilled meats, hearty stews, bollito, lamb, goat, and aged cheeses.
Production Area: Agropoli, Prignano.
Vineyard: Destre (planted 1999).
Elevation: 250 meters (820 feet) a.s.l.
Exposure: South.
Training System: Bilateral Guyot.
Soil: Cilento flish, clayey limestone.
Vine Density: 5,500/ ha.
Yield: 40 q
Harvest: Middle of October, by hand.
Vinification: Maceration 15 days. in temperature-controlled stainless steel tank, with maceration for 15-days with natural native yeasts and pied de cuve at the start of fermentation. Malolatic conversion in stainless steel.
Aging: 6-months in steel, 3-years in large barrels (30 hl), over 2-years in bottle before release.
2005 Paestum Naima – 90 Points – Wine Spectator (Dec. 2010)
2005 Paestum Naima – 92 Points – Robert Parker Wine Advocate (#182 Apr 2009)
“The 2005 Naima is an intriguing Aglianico aged in French oak. Dark sensations of black cherries, grilled herbs, leather and licorice flow from this imposing, muscular wine. A blast of tar, sweet roses and game rises on the long, powerful finish. Some rough edges remain, but additional bottle age should help the wine come together.” ~A.G.
