2016 Mastroberardino Aglianico 'Radici' Riserva, Campania

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2016 Mastroberardino Aglianico 'Radici' Riserva, CampaniaFor decades fine Italian wine was commonly thought to be relegated to the northern half of the country. Many reasons contributed to this but it was not for lack of distinctive terroirs capable of producing captivating, unique wines. In the 1960's the Campanian landscape for winegrowers was shifting towards International grape varietals as they were desperate to sell anything. Fortunately, the story of Campania's historic grape varietals and legendary

powerful and muscular

along with orange peel

70-80% destemmed and aged from 16 months in oak (10-15% new oak)

As for the grand crus

You will find plenty of ripe red cherries and red currant jam on its medium body

000 liters)

the amaro is aged for a short time in oak barrels before being bottled % Alcohol24%

Serge passed away in 2014

polished tannins

youthfully gripping tannins and outstanding

Perhaps it's easy to overlook the Valtellina region tucked high in the Alps of Lombardia due to the heavy focus of Nebbiolo grown in neighboring Piemonte

Finishes subtly sweet and spicy with a hint of vanilla oak

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