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Balconara Basilicata IGT

by Donato D'Angelo · Basilicata, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesAglianico, Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Donato D'AngeloBasilicata, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes are grown in the winery’s vineyards in Basilicata, at approximately 500 m above sea level on moderately volcanic soil.

Vinification

Aglianico and Cabernet Sauvignon ripen at different times, so they are harvested and vinified separately. After alcoholic fermentation, the wines are blended.

Ageing

The blend matures for at least 15 months in a 50 hl cask.

Serving and pairing

Pair with pasta in meat sauce, meat and vegetable stew, steak, or aged cheeses.