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Signature grapes
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Producers listed
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Bottles to find
Aglianico del Vulture is an appellation in Basilicata, Italy.
The vineyards are given over to Aglianico.
Vines root into volcanic.
The climate is mediterranean.
The vineyards themselves read as elevated and slopes.
The region is known for red wine.
Quality is codified by the DOCG, which is worth reading off the label.
Producers worth knowing include Basilisco, Cantina di Venosa and Elena Fucci.
Pour them alongside beef, venison, rich pasta dishes and grilled meats.
Serve at 16 to 18°C.
Keeps for around 3 years.
Grapes planted here.
Classifications.
- DOCG
Producers worth knowing.
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Basilisco
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Cantina di Venosa
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Elena Fucci
Bottles to look for.
- Basilisco 'Crua', Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
- Basilisco 'Fontanelle', Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
- Basilisco 'Storico', Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
- Basilisco Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Basilicata, Italy
- Bisceglia Gudarra, Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
- Cantina di Venosa 'Carato Venusio' Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
- Elena Fucci 'Titolo' Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva DOCG, Italy
- Elena Fucci 'Titolo', Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG, Italy
At the table.
- Beef
- Venison
- Rich Pasta Dishes
- Grilled Meats
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 16 to 18°C.
- Keeps for around 3 years.
Nearby regions.
Aglianico del Vulture: common questions
01.What grapes is Aglianico del Vulture known for?+
Aglianico is the signature grape of Aglianico del Vulture.
02.What kind of wine does Aglianico del Vulture make?+
Aglianico del Vulture produces red wine.
03.Where is Aglianico del Vulture?+
Aglianico del Vulture is an appellation in Italy.
04.What food goes with Aglianico del Vulture wine?+
Try beef, venison, rich pasta dishes and grilled meats.
05.How long does Aglianico del Vulture wine age?+
Keeps for around 3 years, though it varies by producer and vintage.
More from here: every wine region in Italy, or the wider Basilicata guide.