Wines made from Aglianico grapes of Basilicata
Discover the best wines made with Aglianico as a single variety or as a blend of Basilicata.
More informations about the variety Aglianico
A very old grape variety grown in Italy, some believe it to be of Greek origin. In France, it is practically unknown. It can be found in Australia, the United States (California), Argentina, etc. It should not be confused with Aglianicone, another grape variety grown in Italy, which is, however, very similar to Aglianico.
More informations about the region of Basilicata
Basilicata, in Southern Italy, is a region whose name rarely appears in wine circles. It is best known for its red wines made from the Aglianico grape, and in particular for the Aglianico del Vulture appellation. It has only four DOCs, which collectively cover only two of every 100 bottles produced here. The remaining 98% is sold under IGT or, more likely, Vino da Tavola.
What are the typical flavors of the Aglianico grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 23% of Aglianico
- OakPresent in 20% of Aglianico
- EarthPresent in 19% of Aglianico
- Black fruitPresent in 19% of Aglianico
- Non oakPresent in 16% of Aglianico
- SpicesPresent in 14% of Aglianico
- MicrobioPresent in 10% of Aglianico
- VegetalPresent in 7% of Aglianico
- FloralPresent in 5% of Aglianico
- Dried fruitPresent in 4% of Aglianico
- Tree fruitPresent in 4% of Aglianico
- Citrus fruitPresent in 4% of Aglianico
- MineralityPresent in 3% of Aglianico
- CherryPresent in 2% of Aglianico
- OakyPresent in 2% of Aglianico
- SmokePresent in 2% of Aglianico
- EarthyPresent in 2% of Aglianico
- BlackberryPresent in 2% of Aglianico
- BlueberryPresent in 2% of Aglianico
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Aglianico