Wines made from Aglianico grapes of Irpinia

Discover the best wines made with Aglianico as a single variety or as a blend of Irpinia.

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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 Campanie

The wine region of Irpinia is located in the region of Campanie of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Vinosia or the Domaine Quintodecimo produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Irpinia are Aglianico, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Sangiovese, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Irpinia often reveals types of flavors of cherry, ash or tropical and sometimes also flavors of dried fruit, floral or black fruit.

What are the typical flavors of the Aglianico grape variety?

EarthPresent in 47% of Aglianico
Black fruitPresent in 45% of Aglianico
Red fruitPresent in 45% of Aglianico
OakPresent in 44% of Aglianico
SpicesPresent in 38% of Aglianico
Non oakPresent in 36% of Aglianico
MicrobioPresent in 21% of Aglianico
Dried fruitPresent in 18% of Aglianico
VegetalPresent in 12% of Aglianico
FloralPresent in 11% of Aglianico

CherryPresent in 9% of Aglianico
Citrus fruitPresent in 8% of Aglianico
OakyPresent in 6% of Aglianico
PepperPresent in 6% of Aglianico
Black fruitsPresent in 6% of Aglianico
LeatherPresent in 5% of Aglianico
BlackberryPresent in 5% of Aglianico
Tree fruitPresent in 5% of Aglianico
ChocolatePresent in 5% of Aglianico
LicoricePresent in 5% of Aglianico

News about the grape variety Aglianico

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