COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Aglianico
PRODUCER
Villa Matilde
REGION
Campania
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Villa Matilde Pietrafusa Taurasi 2016 is a 100% Aglianico from the Taurasi DOCG in Campania, Italy. The wine is produced by Villa Matilde, a winery founded in the 1960s with a focus on reviving ancient winemaking traditions. The estate is situated in the Tenuta di Pietrafusa, with vineyards at an elevation of 350 meters on tufaceous, clay, and volcanic soils. The winery is committed to environmental protection through its 'Zero Emissions' project. This wine is distinctive for its use of the Aglianico grape, its volcanic terroir, and the producer's dedication to heritage and sustainability.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aglianico is often called the 'Barolo of the South'.
Fact 02
Taurasi wines are known for their significant aging potential.
Fact 03
Villa Matilde is committed to a 'Zero Emissions' project.
Fact 04
The vineyards are planted on volcanic soils rich in minerals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Villa Matilde Pietrafusa Taurasi begins with destemming and crushing the 100% Aglianico grapes. A pre-fermentation cold maceration is followed by a long fermentation at 26°C with over 20 days of skin contact, utilizing daily pumpovers and délestages. Malolactic fermentation follows alcoholic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 18 months, with half in small Allier oak barrels and half in large Slavonian oak casks. A further 12 months of bottle aging precedes release.
