2020 Paterico Taurasi Riserva Gian Luca Mazella Kampanien 0.75l

2020 Paterico Taurasi Riserva Gian Luca Mazzella – Kampanien 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The Paterico Taurasi Riserva 2020 from Gian Luca Mazzella comes from the heart of the appellation Taurasi in Campania, one of Italy's most important red wine regions. The vineyards are located in the hilly Irpinia area on volcanic, calcareous and clay-rich soils, which give the wines their characteristic depth and minerality. The grape variety Aglianico It is often referred to as the "Barolo of the South" and produces wines with exceptional structure and longevity. Gian Luca Mazzella pursues an uncompromising approach to quality with a focus on Terroir, precision and traditional craftsmanship.

Expansion

The grapes will selectively hand-read and are only harvested when they have reached optimal phenolic ripeness. After temperature-controlled fermentation, a long maceration takes place to... Structure, depth and aromatic complexity to win. The wine then matures for several years in French oak barrels and on the bottleThe long maturation period gives the Riserva its characteristic harmony and ensures exceptional development potential.

Aroma & Taste

On the nose, the wine presents a complex aroma of black cherries, plums and wild berries, accompanied by Tobacco, licorice, dark chocolate and Mediterranean herbsWith increasing ventilation, additional notes of Leather, smoke, graphite and balsamic notes The wine stands out. On the palate, the wine has a noticeable effect. powerful, focused yet precise. The ripe tannins, lively acidity and volcanic minerality They create tension and depth. The finale is long, spicy and exceptionally complex.

Food recommendation

Ideal braised beef, game dishes, lamb and ossobucoEqually excellent to mature Pecorino cheese, truffle dishes and robust Italian cuisine.

Special features of the 2020 vintage

The year 2020 brought to Campania structured, aromatically precise and superbly balanced Aglianico wines The favorable weather conditions allowed for slow ripening and led to intense fruit, fine acidity and great aging potentialThe best Taurasi wines of the vintage combine power with remarkable elegance.

Conclusion

The Paterico Taurasi Riserva 2020 is an impressive expression of the great Aglianico grape. Its Depth, structure, minerality and longevity make it one of the most exciting red wines of southern Italy. A characterful Riserva wine for connoisseurs, collectors and lovers of great Italian red wines., which will become more complex over many years.