Taurasi DOCG 2016

Pietracupa | Campania
Az. Agr. Pietracupa | Via Vadiaperti 17 | IT 83030 Montefredane

13052116 · 0,75 l · 61,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

The Taurasi 2016 from Pietracupa is a lesson in patience and precision – an Aglianico from high vineyards in Irpinia that only reveals its complex spectrum of flavours after years of ripening. The year 2016 brought ideal conditions: a moderate summer, sufficient rainfall and a long, dry autumn, which allowed a late harvest of healthy, perfectly ripe grapes. Deep dark ruby red in the glass with a garnet-red rim. The nose is multi-layered and rich in detail: black cherry, blackberry, ripe plum, dried violets, tobacco, dark chocolate, graphite and fine spice nuances. It is powerful on the palate, with a firm tannin structure, lively acidity and fruit that is carried by fresh energy despite its maturity. Ageing over many months in large wooden barrels gives the wine depth and harmonious integration of flavours. The finish is long, balsamic and characterised by mineral spice – a Taurasi with great nobility that combines the power of Aglianico with cool precision.

2016 is a vintage that is only now (2025) beginning to show its true greatness and can continue to mature for a long time to come. Only 4,000 bottles went on sale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Flavours of grilled meat, plum and a subtle honeysuckle note. Full-bodied with silky tannins. Savoury on the palate with lots of dried herbs and earthy spices. Finishes with coffee." James Suckling