LA FORTEZZA Aglianico Del Taburno 2019
👃 Tasting Notes
Color:
Deep ruby red—sometimes fading to garnet with age .
Aroma:
Complex and intense, with dark berries (blackberry, black cherry), pepper, smoke, dark chocolate, menthol, eucalyptus, violet, and forest floor notes .
Palate:
Full-bodied and enveloping, featuring polished tannins, bright acidity, rich dark fruit compote, balsamic spice, vanilla/barrel nuance, and forest floor complexity. The mid-palate is warm and persistent, offering elegance beneath powerful structure .
Finish:
Long, refined with savory spice, dark fruit echoes, and subtle mineral grip .
🎖 Scores & Recognition
Wine Enthusiast (2019): 92 pts – “smoky, peppery… dark berries and dark chocolate… comforting palate”
James Suckling (2018): 93 pts – “Blackberries with figs, flowers and hints of chocolate. Full-bodied with polished and focused tannins”
Falstaff (2018): 90 pts – “Bright ruby red… cassis, cranberry, red bell pepper… polished and fruity, fine salinity” .
🍽 Pairing & Serving
Serve at 16–18 °C, ideally after a light decant.
Pairs beautifully with:
Slow-roasted red meats and braised dishes
Hearty pasta with ragù or wild mushrooms
Aged cheeses (Pecorino, Parmigiano)
Grilled pork or heirloom tomato dishes—particularly dry-cured meats
👃 Tasting Notes
Color:
Deep ruby red—sometimes fading to garnet with age .
Aroma:
Complex and intense, with dark berries (blackberry, black cherry), pepper, smoke, dark chocolate, menthol, eucalyptus, violet, and forest floor notes .
Palate:
Full-bodied and enveloping, featuring polished tannins, bright acidity, rich dark fruit compote, balsamic spice, vanilla/barrel nuance, and forest floor complexity. The mid-palate is warm and persistent, offering elegance beneath powerful structure .
Finish:
Long, refined with savory spice, dark fruit echoes, and subtle mineral grip .
🎖 Scores & Recognition
Wine Enthusiast (2019): 92 pts – “smoky, peppery… dark berries and dark chocolate… comforting palate”
James Suckling (2018): 93 pts – “Blackberries with figs, flowers and hints of chocolate. Full-bodied with polished and focused tannins”
Falstaff (2018): 90 pts – “Bright ruby red… cassis, cranberry, red bell pepper… polished and fruity, fine salinity” .
🍽 Pairing & Serving
Serve at 16–18 °C, ideally after a light decant.
Pairs beautifully with:
Slow-roasted red meats and braised dishes
Hearty pasta with ragù or wild mushrooms
Aged cheeses (Pecorino, Parmigiano)
Grilled pork or heirloom tomato dishes—particularly dry-cured meats
👃 Tasting Notes
Color:
Deep ruby red—sometimes fading to garnet with age .
Aroma:
Complex and intense, with dark berries (blackberry, black cherry), pepper, smoke, dark chocolate, menthol, eucalyptus, violet, and forest floor notes .
Palate:
Full-bodied and enveloping, featuring polished tannins, bright acidity, rich dark fruit compote, balsamic spice, vanilla/barrel nuance, and forest floor complexity. The mid-palate is warm and persistent, offering elegance beneath powerful structure .
Finish:
Long, refined with savory spice, dark fruit echoes, and subtle mineral grip .
🎖 Scores & Recognition
Wine Enthusiast (2019): 92 pts – “smoky, peppery… dark berries and dark chocolate… comforting palate”
James Suckling (2018): 93 pts – “Blackberries with figs, flowers and hints of chocolate. Full-bodied with polished and focused tannins”
Falstaff (2018): 90 pts – “Bright ruby red… cassis, cranberry, red bell pepper… polished and fruity, fine salinity” .
🍽 Pairing & Serving
Serve at 16–18 °C, ideally after a light decant.
Pairs beautifully with:
Slow-roasted red meats and braised dishes
Hearty pasta with ragù or wild mushrooms
Aged cheeses (Pecorino, Parmigiano)
Grilled pork or heirloom tomato dishes—particularly dry-cured meats