Basilisco – Storico 2013 – Aglianico del Vulture DOP

The nose is harmonious, nicely racy and offers a certain delicacy. It expresses notes of crushed raspberry, pulpy blackberry and slight notes of creamy cherry associated with touches of fresh cubeb pepper, terroir and delicate hints of crushed olive and blond tobacco. The palate is fruity and offers juiciness, suavity, gourmandize, a tangy frame, good definition, a certain tension, precision. It expresses notes of crushed blackcurrant, Morello cherry and, small notes of dried blueberry associated with touches of bright red berries, balsamic as well as hints of toast, nutmeg, dark chocolate. The tannins are elegant and polished. A nice wine, congratulations!