Wines made from Aglianico grapes of Penisola Sorentina

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

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 Campania

The wine region of Penisola Sorentina is located in the region of Campanie of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Cantine Federiciane Monteleone or the Domaine Salvatore Martusciello produce mainly wines red, sparkling and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Penisola Sorentina are Aglianico et Sangiovese, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Penisola Sorentina often reveals types of flavors of cherry, smoke or blackberry and sometimes also flavors of red fruit, raspberry or cranberry.

What are the typical flavors of the Aglianico grape variety?