Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 Fonzone

Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 Fonzone

The Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 by Fonzone is a great red wine from Campania made from 100% Aglianico, designed for those seeking intensity, depth, and a strong aging potential. It is a Reserve with a strong identity, capable of combining aromatic richness, structure, and an elegant flavor profile, ideal for both an important dinner and enriching a cellar dedicated to characterful Italian wines.

Territory and wine style

This Taurasi Riserva DOCG originates from the highest area of the Tenuta Fonzone vineyard, in Contrada Scorzagalline, in the municipality of Paternopoli, in the province of Avellino. The hilly context, located at 430 meters above sea level, with a southwest exposure and clayey-loamy soils, promotes balanced ripening of the grapes and contributes to giving the wine concentration, complexity, and vigor. The style is that of an important Campanian red, solid yet measured, built to best express the personality of Aglianico and the finesse of its origin territory.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a bright and vivid ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a complex and layered profile, where dark fruits, withered flowers, and tertiary notes of tobacco, leather, licorice, and sandalwood emerge. On the palate, it shows good softness, a broad sip, and an important structure, supported by present yet well-integrated tannins. The typical freshness of Aglianico accompanies the palate and extends the finish, providing balance and a long, refined persistence.

Recommended pairings

The Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 pairs wonderfully with rich and flavorful dishes, such as braised meats, roasts, game, oven-roasted lamb, and black pepper fillet. It is also particularly suitable for preparations with mushrooms, structured ragù, and aged cheeses, where its aromatic intensity and energy find a natural balance. It is a wine that enhances important cuisine, especially when served on convivial occasions or in menus inspired by the territory.

Serving temperature

The ideal serving temperature for the Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 is between 18 and 20°C. To best express its profile, it is advisable to open the bottle in advance to encourage the evolution of the bouquet in the glass. If the wine is served at a still young stage or on a warm evening, a brief aeration can be beneficial.

Why buy it

Buying the Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2020 means choosing an authoritative Italian red, with a strong territorial imprint and a style that combines power, elegance, and evolutionary potential. The signature of Fonzone, the origin from a single hilly area, and the Taurasi DOCG Riserva designation make it an interesting bottle for those looking for a wine for meditation, for an important table, or to keep in the cellar to follow its evolution over time.