Winery Donato d'AngeloBalconara
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 2 varietals which are the Aglianico and the Cabernet-Sauvignon.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a lot of tannins present in the mouth.
This wine generally goes well with beef, lamb or pasta.
Taste structure of the Balconara from the Winery Donato d'Angelo
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Balconara of Winery Donato d'Angelo in the region of Basilicata is a powerful with a lot of tannins present in the mouth.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Balconara of Winery Donato d'Angelo in the region of Basilicata often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, red fruit or black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Balconara
Pairings that work perfectly with Balconara
Original food and wine pairings with Balconara
The Balconara of Winery Donato d'Angelo matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or lamb such as recipes of beef with panang curry (red curry), pasta gratin or tajine of merguez and potatoes.
Details and technical informations about Winery Donato d'Angelo's Balconara.
Discover the grape 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.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Balconara from Winery Donato d'Angelo are 2011, 2017, 2013, 2016 and 2012.
Informations about the Winery Donato d'Angelo
The Winery Donato d'Angelo is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 5 wines for sale in the of Basilicata to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine 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.
The word of the wine: Power
Character of a wine that is full-bodied, generous and has a rich bouquet.
