Aglianico del Vulture 'Teodosio' Basilisco

Aglianico del Vulture DOC • Basilicata • Basilisco
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Basilisco
Region
Basilicata
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Fermentation and maceration in steel tanks for 15-30 days
Aging
10-12 months in barrique and12 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Aglianico 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Aglianico del Vulture DOC captures the distinctive personality of Basilicata terroir. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Aglianico 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on volcanic soil in Barile, 500 m above sea level, faced South. Vinification: fermentation and maceration in steel tanks for 15-30 days. The wine is aged 10-12 months in barrique and12 months in bottle. A wine showing the structured intensity typical of Basilicata's Aglianico-based reds.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto

About Basilicata Wine Region

Basilicata's volcanic Mount Vulture soils give its wines a distinctive mineral backbone.

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