Taurasi Contrade di Taurasi

Taurasi DOCG • Campania • Contrade di Taurasi
Category
Red Wines
Region
Campania
Denomination
Taurasi DOCG
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Fermentazione with maceration on the skins for 15 days in steel tanks and big barrels. Without filtrations
Aging
24 months in big oak barrels
Grape varieties
Aglianico 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Among the most celebrated expressions of its category, this Taurasi DOCG showcases exceptional craftsmanship. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Aglianico 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards medium-textured soils, rich of organic matter and cinerite, exposed South-West. Vinification: fermentazione with maceration on the skins for 15 days in steel tanks and big barrels. Without filtrations. The wine is aged 24 months in big oak barrels. A wine true to Campania's tradition of structured, age-worthy wines.

Food Pairings

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

About Campania Wine Region

Campania is home to celebrated indigenous varieties like Aglianico, Fiano and Greco.

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