93/100
Wine Enthusiast
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92/100
Vinous
"Rich aromas of violet, juniper, cherry and bramble berry burst from the nose. Moderately voluminous, juicy red cherry and blackberry flavors are full and dynamic, and notes of tar and pressed rose appear on the mid-palate. Yet throughout the tasting, the bright berry and acidic mineral notes remain constant. The structure and balance of this wine make it pleasant to drink now, but it will also hold up well through 2028." (Wine Enthusiast 2021)
Features
Estate
Domaine Elena Fucci
Cuvée
Titolo
Vintage
2018
Designation
Aglianico del Vulture
Region
Italy
Grape varieties
100% Aglianico del Vulture
Terroirs
Basilicata, on the lava channel of the Vulture volcano, Titolo channel, volcanic lava and ash mixture known locally as "pozzolana", at 650 m altitude
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Destemming, maceration and fermentation of the same duration in stainless steel tanks, racking, gentle pressing, malolactic fermentation in barrels.
Breeding
12 months in 200l oak barrels (50% new), then 12 months in bottle
Alcohol content
14%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Intense ruby color with deep garnet highlights
Nose
Impressive and complex, very mineral, fruity and young, with notes of cherry, redcurrant, rosemary, tobacco and cinnamon.
Mouth
Warm and dry, beautiful amplitude, persistent, aromatic and long finish, wine with great personality, good ageing potential.
Serve
Decant at 14-16°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with osso buco alla milanese, lamb, roast poultry...
Elena Fucci Estate
Aglianico del Vulture
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (guide 2021) 93/100
About the wine:
Rich aromas of violet, juniper, cherry and bramble berry burst from the nose. Moderately voluminous, juicy red cherry and blackberry flavors are full and dynamic, and notes of tar and pressed rose appear on the midpalate. Yet throughout the tasting, the bright berry and acidic mineral notes remain constant. The structure and balance of this wine make it pleasant to drink now, but it will also hold up well through 2028.
Vinous A. Galloni
Wine rated (guide 2021) 92/100
About the wine:
There's no mistaking the pure, mineral-laden, musky fruit of Aglianico del Vulture leaking from Titolo 2018. It's dark, with notes of violet and smoke covering the glass. The silky, supple textures within send a polished wave of mineral-tinged black fruits and savory exotic spices over the palate with ease, propelled by lively acidity. Firm tannins emerge, but the palate opens with a lingering salty touch, as well as hints of licorice and lavender. The 2018 won't be Titolo's longest vintage, but this beauty will easily excel with medium-term cellaring.
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