San Salvatore Paestum Aglianico Omaggio A Gillo Dorfles 2016 750ml

This wine is named for Gillo Dorfles, an Italian genius of the 20th century. He was in love with Paestum and with the majesty of its history. He spent his summers here enjoying art, the sea, the temples as well as the vineyards of San Salvatore. Vinification: Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks for 30 days. Aging: 24 months in new French oak barrels, 1/3 Allier, 1/3 Nevers and 1/3 Troncais Grape varieties: Aglianico Altitude: 150m - 210m ASL Vineyard age: Planted in 2005. Exposure: South/South-West Soil: Clay-limestone Alcohol: 14.5% Tasting notes: Dark ruby red with violet and luminous reflections. Vibrant notes of cherry, blueberry, blackcurrant and blackberry. Floral hints of violet, carnation and spiced nutmeg, black pepper, juniper, licorice, tobacco and coffee. Balanced, structured and harmonious.