PIETRACUPA QUIRICO

PIETRACUPA Aglianico offers a powerful southern Italian red with dark fruit, firm tannin, high acidity, and volcanic-earth depth. As one of southern Italy's most important grapes, it often produces wines from places like Taurasi and Vulture in Campania and Basilicata, where altitude, volcanic soils, and long growing seasons help the grape reach full flavor maturity while preserving freshness. Expect notes of black cherry, plum, blackberry, dried herbs, smoke, leather, earth, licorice, and sometimes iron-like mineral notes. The structure is imposing when young but can be softened with thoughtful winemaking to create polished, cellar-worthy wines. Pair with robust foods like lamb, beef, or grilled meats for an engaging dining experience.