EPICURO

EPICURO's AGLIANICO offers a powerful southern Italian red with dark fruit, firm tannin, high acidity, and volcanic-earth depth. As one of Italy’s most important red grapes, Aglianico can produce wines of formidable structure and longevity, making it an intriguing choice for those looking to explore this classic grape variety. While the exact origin is unknown, its rich history suggests a deep connection to places like Taurasi in Campania and Vulture in Basilicata, where it thrives on volcanic soils and long growing seasons. Expect flavors of black cherry, plum, blackberry, dried herbs, smoke, leather, earth, licorice, and sometimes iron-like mineral notes, with a structure that requires thoughtful winemaking to fully appreciate its depth and complexity.