Classification: Typical Geographical Indication
Grapes: Aglianico Pompeiano 100%
Soil Characteristics: Volcanic - sandy Cultivation System: Guyot, located at about 500 m above sea level Harvest Time: End of October Yield per hectare: 6000 kg
Aging in wood: 12-24 months in split allier barrels
Bottle aging 2-3 months
Alcohol content: 13.5%.
Color: Ruby red with violet reflections Bouquet: Very intense, broad, complex and consistent. Offers fruity jammy scents with distinct notes of cherry, strawberry and berries, spicy hints including vanilla, pepper, roasted coffee, chocolate, licorice and vegetal hints including tobacco. Taste: Full-bodied, pleasant and elegant, dry and persistent. Balanced and harmonious, soft and rightly tannic.
Serving temperature: 18° C
Pairings: Roasted red meats, game, truffled foods and cheeses
Notes: The long research of viticultural and oenological conditions, the thoughtful choice of timing and aging conditions led to Don Paolo product that strongly exalts the potential of the Aglianico Pompeiano variety.