Aglianico Flashcards
What is the typical structure for Taurasi?
Dry
Full Body
High Tannin
Moderate Plus Acidity
Moderate Plus to High Alcohol
What are the typical fruit descriptors for Taurasi?
Ripe/Roasted Black Fruit (black cherry, blackberry, black plum)
Fig
Dried Cherry
What are the typical floral descriptors for Taurasi?
Purple Flowers
Violets
What is the major country of production for Aglianico and what classic wine is it used to make?
Italy
Taurasi
What are the viticultural characteristics of Aglianico?
Thick-skinned
Early-Budding
Late-Ripening
Describe the use of oak in the production of Taurasi
Large Neutral Casks (modern producers may incorporate new French Oak)
What are the typical visual descriptors for Taurasi?
Dark Ruby
Moderate Plus Concentration