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RedIrpiniaDOC

Costa Baiano Irpinia Campi Taurasini DOC

by Villa Raiano · Campania, Italy

Appellation
IrpiniaDOC
Type
Red
Grapes
Aglianico
Alcohol
13.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Dark
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
16–18 °C
Keeps for
3–10 years
Bottled in
0.75 l
Villa RaianoCampania, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyard is a single amphitheater-shaped site in the central part of the municipality of Castelfranci, in the province of Avellino, at 500 metres above sea level. The soils are mainly limestone and clay, with areas of yellow sandstone rich in organic matter. Farming is carried out in harmony with the surrounding environment, and fruit and olive trees, oaks and meadow grasses grow among the vines.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, usually during the first 10 days of November. They macerate for 10 days in stainless steel tanks with daily punch-downs. Fermentation takes place in steel vats at a controlled temperature of 26–28 °C.

Ageing

The wine ages for one year, 50% in cement tanks and 50% in terracotta amphorae. It is bottled in October of the year following the harvest.

Tasting profile

Rich aroma and an enjoyable taste.

Label / history

The wine was first released in 2012.