Aglianico del Vulture.    Maturation for 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks for 80% of the wine and in (not new) French barriques for the remaining 20% for 14 months. 7-8 months’ bottle-aging.    A vibrant ruby red in color.    It displays an ethereal, fragrantly fruity bouquet of blackberries, blueberries, wild berries and pepper. On the palate it is dry and velvety, with well-integrated tannins; it reveals great balance and a persistent aftertaste.    Excellent with all game and red meat dishes, as well as with mature cheeses.    Aglianico del Vulture DOC.     Italy.