{"product_id":"taurasi-docg-2016-pietracupa","title":"Taurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa: elegance and depth from Irpinia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine from Campania with a strong personality, capable of uniting intensity and measure in a rare balance. The Pietracupa winery interprets this denomination with an essential and refined style, focusing on the freshness of the fruit, the reading of the territory, and a tannic structure that is precise but never excessive. The result is an authentic Taurasi, deep and coherent, designed for those seeking a characterful red without sacrificing finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e area, one of the most representative territories of Irpinia and the winemaking Campania, this wine expresses the vocation of a denomination historically linked to structured, long-lived reds with great identity. Pietracupa chooses an approach that favors balance and expressive clarity, with an aging period of about two years in tonneau and oak barrels. The result is an \u003cstrong\u003eAglianico\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of maintaining momentum, tension, and a clear mineral imprint, without stylistic heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a sober and deep profile, oriented more towards substance than spectacle. The nose reveals clear fruity sensations, with hints of currant and watermelon, accompanied by a pleasant mineral imprint. The tasting impresses with its freshness, which supports a lively and dynamic matter, where the ripe fruit remains well discernible. The sip is defined by fine but compact tannins, which are felt in the finish and give the wine a decisive, clean, and persistent closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs effectively with structured dishes of Italian cuisine. It is ideal with braised meats, roasted meats, oven-baked lamb, game, and aged cheeses, but can also accompany more local preparations such as hearty ragùs, important first courses, and grilled meats. Its freshness and tannic structure make it suitable for flavorful, rich, and succulent dishes that can enhance its depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended to serve the \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If possible, it is helpful to open it in advance to allow the wine to breathe and best showcase its aromatic and tannic profile. A brief passage in a decanter can be considered only in case of immediate service, especially if one wishes to enhance its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means opting for a label that combines territory, precision, and personality. The \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2016 Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an elegant style, less muscular and more focused on the freshness of the fruit, with a very high perceived quality and remarkable versatility at the table. It is a bottle suitable for those who wish to buy wine online with attention to typicity, finesse, and the enological value of a great red from Campania.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Pietracupa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659240518018,"sku":"2279xv","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/taurasi-pietracupa-2016.jpg?v=1779236475","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/taurasi-docg-2016-pietracupa-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}