“Serpara” Aglianico del Vulture Superiore DOCG 2019 · 6 bottles in OWC

Terre degli Svevi | Basilicata
Cantina Terre degli Svevi S.r.l. | Loc. Pian di Camera | IT 85029 Venosa

17012819 · 4,5 l · 30,22 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

"Place of the snakes". The name Serpara sounds menacing, but is actually a tribute: snakes seek warmth, sunshine and mild temperatures, even in the coldest months. And this is exactly what describes the single vineyard Serpara in the municipality of Maschito – a vineyard with a sunny exposure that never really knows winter, even in winter. At 550 metres above sea level, on a volcanic hillside, lie 6 hectares, half of which are planted with Aglianico vines over 40 years old. The black imperial eagle of the Swabians adorns the label – a legacy of the imperial claim that once shaped this land.

Bright, deep ruby red colour tending towards garnet. Marasca cherry, cocoa, tobacco, spices and balsamic depth on the nose. Full-bodied, structured and mature on the palate, with silky, persistent tannins and a long, mineral final. 2019 was a balanced year in the Vulture – and the Serpara carries this calm contemplatively in the glass. SUPERIORE.DE

"This offers ripe dark fruit with spicy and savory nuances and a hint of wet stones on the nose. Full-bodied and broad, yet it shows focus and balance with a velvety tannin structure. Textured and lingering." James Suckling

"The 2019 Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Serpara slowly blossoms with violets, lavender, cracked black pepper and wild herbs. It's elegant and polished with tantalizing acidity that contrasts its dark red berry fruits. It leaves a staining of primary concentration and a web of sweet tannins alongside balsamic spice and hints of cocoa powder. This is a powerhouse Serpara that will benefit from a decade or two in the cellar." Vinous