Product Description
Vigneti del Vulture “Pipoli” Aglianico del Vulture DOC
100% Aglianico del Vulture. Vigneti del Vulture “Pipoli” Aglianico del Vulture DOC is an intense deep ruby red with an ample nose showing notes of sour cherry, candied fruit, aromatic herbs and hints of vanilla and thyme. Exceptional and powerful almost regal personality, with warm elegant undertones of spice and cream. This is a wine with marked minerality and flavor and extraordinary balance and drinkability.
“The goal of the winery is to produce wines of excellent value and quality that can be enjoyed by all wine aficionados.”
Vineyard Information
Grapes: 100% Aglianico del Vulture
Region: Basilicata
Vineyards: From vineyards located near Venosa, Maschito and Rapolla
Exposure: Southwest/East
Altitude: 1,300-1,800 feet above sea level
Soil: Volcanic soil rich in clay, calcium, nitrogen
and tuff
Vine Training: Guyot
Vine Age: 50-60 years
Time of Harvest: Early October
Yield per Vine: 4-5 tons per acre
Winemaking Information
Total Production: 500,000 bottles
Vinification Process: 500,000 bottlesAfter harvest,the grapes are soft crushed. Pre-fermentation maceration at 41 °F lasts five days, then alcoholic fermentation for 7-10 days at 71 °F.
Aging Process: In barrels (100-hl) for eight to ten months, depending on the age of the oak, after malolactic fermentation
Alcohol Content: 13.00%
Winemaker: Dennis Verdecchia
Cellaring: Up to 10 Years
Closure: Cork
Additional information
| Weight | 19.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10.2 × 12.2 × 6.7 in |
| Bottle Sizes | 750 ml |
| Bottles per Case | 750 ml: 6 bottles per case |