Descrizione
Description
Fonzone’s Aglianico Mattoda’, comes from vineyards located in Irpinia, in Paternopoli, in the province of Avellino. The vineyards are located on two slopes of a well-ventilated hill, set at an altitude ranging from 360 to 430 m above sea level and bordered by the Fredane and Ifalco streams.
It is made from pure Aglianico grapes. Part of the grapes are macerated and fermented in earthenware amphora for 30 days. After racking, aging continues for an additional 18 months.
Another part of the must macerates and ferments in stainless steel tanks for one month. After racking, one part ages in 25 hl large casks, one in 500l barrels and one in second and third passage barriques for 18 months.
It is characterized by a ruby red color. The nose expresses aromas of blueberries and menthol notes, eucalyptus and vanilla. The sip is balanced and balsamic, with fine tannins and good persistence.
Perfect with roast meats, spicy and truffle dishes and aged cheeses.