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Basilisco Aglianico del Vulture Superiore 2013 750ml
Basilisco Aglianico del Vulture Superiore 2013 750ml
SKU:ITBSVS7513
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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
Basilisco is based in Barile, a village right in the middle of the Aglianico del Vulture zone in Basilicata, southern Italy. It is owned by Feudi di San Gregorio. The vineyards sit on the volcanic slopes of Monte Vulture, an extinct volcano.
Aglianico is one of Italy's great tannic grapes, and the Superiore is the top tier of the appellation. This one is structured and powerful, ruby red with purple glints. The nose is balsamic, with plum, blackberry and cherry. The palate is full-bodied, with meaty tannins, firm acidity and a long finish. With a decade in bottle, the 2013 should be softening nicely.
Decant it for an hour and serve around 62-64F in a large glass. It needs hearty food: lamb, braised beef, sausage and broccoli rabe, or aged pecorino.
Bottle size: 750ml
