Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Red DOC Salvatore Molettieri

Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Rosso DOC Salvatore Molettieri

Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Rosso DOC by Salvatore Molettieri is an authentic Campanian red, expressive and with a strong territorial identity. It is made from Aglianico 100% in the Montemarano area, one of the most interesting references of Irpinia for its vocation and expressive depth. It is a wine that combines energy, fruit maturity, and spicy finesse, with a profile designed for those seeking a structured yet balanced red, capable of accompanying the table with versatility.

Territory and wine style

The Irpinia Rosso DOC designation enhances an internal area of Campania characterized by significant altitudes and strong temperature variations, elements that help Aglianico develop aromatic complexity and an incisive taste structure. The cru Ischa Piana comes from vineyards located at 400/450 meters above sea level, on clay-limestone soils, with a southeast exposure and trained in a spalliera-guyot system. Manual harvesting and maturation in barriques and large oak barrels contribute to defining a rich, harmonious, and well-refined style, without losing the connection to the territory.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a vibrant ruby red color, enhanced by violet reflections. The nose reveals enticing notes of cherry and very ripe marasca, followed by sweet spices, licorice, and a mineral background reminiscent of black graphite. The sip is consistent, enveloping, and supported by present but non-aggressive tannins. The structure is well-defined, the finish is long, and the persistence leaves a pleasant sensation of balance between fruit, spice, and minerality.

Recommended pairings

Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Rosso DOC pairs well with flavorful and structured dishes from Italian cuisine. It is ideal with grilled red meats, braised dishes, roasts, oven-baked lamb, light game, and rich first courses, such as ragù and baked pasta. It also pairs well with aged cheeses and rustic preparations from the Campanian tradition, where the tannic component and good persistence find a natural balance with the dish's savoriness.

Serving temperature

Serve Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Rosso DOC at a temperature between 16 and 18 °C. If opened in advance, it can benefit from a brief aeration to best express its fruity and spicy components. A long decanting is not necessary, but a few minutes in the glass helps gradually bring out the wine's complexity.

Why buy it

Choosing Ischa Piana 2021 Irpinia Rosso DOC Salvatore Molettieri means bringing home a personality-filled Aglianico, capable of directly narrating Montemarano and the Irpinian winemaking tradition. It is a wine that combines character and drinkability, with an elegant yet concrete profile, suitable for both an important dinner and a targeted purchase to enrich one's cellar with a Campanian red of strong identity.