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House icon ▸ Aglianico
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Aglianico

Aglianico is one of Southern Italy’s most important red grapes, found in Aglianico del Vulture and Taurasi, and now planted experimentally in the US, Australia and Macedonia.

Vinorandum rated wines made from Aglianico


Taurasi DOCG
Taurasi DOCG
Sertura, Campania, Italy
2009
Aglianico (100%)
“Although tasting this with almost seven years of age to it, the 2009 clearly exuded the hallmarks of age worthy Aglianico. The nose was leathery with notes of bitter cherry and liquorice, while on the palate an austere backbone of acidity complimented soft, velvety tannins.”
87 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG “Opera Mia”
Taurasi DOCG “Opera Mia”
Tenuta Cavalier Pepe, Campania, Italy
2016 2015 2013
Aglianico (100%)
“Seductive, ethereal nose of black cherry and ripe berries, some notes of plum and forest floor as well. In time eucalyptus emerges. On the palate there is more black fruit with with sweet spices and a touch of leather. Medium bodied wine, but well structured and well balanced. Only just beginning to soften so still quite a few years ahead of it.”
90 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG “Bosco Faiano”
Taurasi DOCG “Bosco Faiano”
I Capitani, Campania, Italy
2018
Aglianico (100%)
“Very juicy and forward. Still young of course, but abundant ripe black fruit prominent. This is an attractive jammy Aglianico which oozes dark berry compote. Long finish. Despite its youth it is already herby and complex. Forward and approachable. Not too dry.”
91 Paul Caputo
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Terre di Rivolta” Riserva
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Terre di Rivolta” Riserva
Fattoria La Rivolta, Campania, Italy
2015
Aglianico (100%)
“This Taburno focuses on power. Very international ripe style, with brooding black fruit compote on the nose. Bruising on the palate, dry and tannic on the finish. A little off balance, but widely appreciated. Very black fruit and sweet spice heavy. Delicious jammy finish bring forth a tidal wave of complexity in the aftertaste.”
91 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG “Fren”
Taurasi DOCG “Fren”
Stefania Barbot, Campania, Italy
2017 2016
Aglianico (100%)
“Beautifully perfumed Aglianico with balsam, liquorice, cherry and mint. Very light, elegant expression of Taurasi. Precise, with clean streaks of dark forest fruit and mineral energy on the palate. Lacks the power of some, but this is a soft and gentle interpretation with lifted acidity.”
91 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG
Taurasi DOCG
Agricola Bellaria, Campania, Italy
2012
Aglianico (100%)
“With a bit of age to it this is an excellent wine. Impressive complexity with notes of forest fruits, chocolate, sweet spice, cedar and vanilla. Prominent oak influence on the palate, but tempered by choice and time. This is a well made, modern interpretation of Aglianico and Taurasi and one likely to find mass appeal.”
91 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG “Puro Sangue” Riserva
Taurasi DOCG “Puro Sangue” Riserva
Luigi Tecce, Campania, Italy
2016 2014 2013
Aglianico (100%)
“Very attractive nose of berries, spices and ripe figs. Black fruit compote on the palate, with a firm, grippy tannic structure. Rustic, powerful, earthy. Outstanding wine caught at just the right moment.”
93 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG “Poliphemo Vecchie Vigne”
Taurasi DOCG “Poliphemo Vecchie Vigne”
Luigi Tecce, Campania, Italy
2018 2014
Aglianico (100%)
“Seductive notes of black cherry and balsam, lifted by violet fragrance. Elegant, for Taurasi, yet with a confidence presence and the classic tannic grip of Aglianico. Will mature well. Medium bodied, grippy tannin, intriguingly dusty palate with a luscious finish of juicy black cherry fruit.”
92 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Vigne Guadagno, Campania, Italy
2017
Aglianico (100%)
“Attractive nose, subtle and restrained. Some fenugreek and spices. Black cherry. Intense, jammy, but not excessive. Nice and balanced. Typical varietal power. Lovely dusty finish. Strong and powerful but all in check.”
92 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG
Taurasi DOCG
Donnachiara, Campania, Italy
2019 2017 2012
Aglianico (100%)
“Strong, powerful nose brooding with dark fruit. There are notes of blackberry and plum, then prune and balsam; it’s well structured with plenty of tannin and acidity and will continue to age well for another five to seven years. In the mouth there is power and depth, intense forest fruit encased in balanced oak. The finish is long and concentrated with suggestions of coffee, violets and black cherry.”
91 Paul Caputo
Taurasi DOCG
Taurasi DOCG
Tenuta Scuotto, Campania, Italy
2018 2014
Aglianico (100%)
“A little bit closed on the nose still. Well structured, but on the light side. Not huge amounts of power or depth; it leans toward an earthier expression. Attractive and elegant though. Should evolve and open up a more in years to come. Balanced and restrained. Worth following its development.”
90 Paul Caputo
Campania IGP “Terra Di Lavoro”
Campania IGP “Terra Di Lavoro”
Fattoria Galardi, Campania, Italy
2020 2017 2016 2015 2013
Aglianico (80%)Piedirosso (20%)
“Still very young, but with time in the glass it reveals a hedonistic nose of black fruit, sweet spice, liquorice, pepper and cedar wood. The palate is fleshy, plush, with dark berry and forest undergrowth flavours. It has a rustic, country charm to it, but balanced and stylish with a dry, floral finish.”
94 Paul Caputo
Costa d’Amalfi DOC “Furore” Riserva
Costa d’Amalfi DOC “Furore” Riserva
Cantine Marisa Cuomo, Campania, Italy
2018 2017 2014
Aglianico (50%)Piedirosso (50%)
“Perfumed nose, showcasing delicate spices and crushed red berry. Very complex with notes of wild herb and blueberry too. Dry and structured on the palate, with more red fruit and spice. Outstanding. Finish is long, harmonious and notes of black cherry and sea salt.”
92 Paul Caputo

Other wines made from Aglianico


Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Vigna Pezza la Corte”
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Vigna Pezza la Corte”
Ocone, Campania, Italy
2014
Aglianico (100%)
Sannio DOC Aglianico
Sannio DOC Aglianico
Elena Catalano, Campania, Italy
2017
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC “Core” Campi Taurasini
Irpinia DOC “Core” Campi Taurasini
Agricola Bellaria, Campania, Italy
2012
Aglianico (100%)
Campania IGP “Vulpis” Aglianico
Campania IGP “Vulpis” Aglianico
I Borboni, Campania, Italy
2018
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG “450 V”
Taurasi DOCG “450 V”
Azienda Agricola Petilia, Campania, Italy
2015
Aglianico (100%)
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Tremisse” Riserva
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG “Tremisse” Riserva
I Colli del Sannio, Campania, Italy
2016
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG
Taurasi DOCG
Le Masciare, Campania, Italy
2012
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG “Scorzagalline” Riserva
Taurasi DOCG “Scorzagalline” Riserva
Azienda Agricola Fonzone, Campania, Italy
2015 2013
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG “Piano di Montevergine” Riserva
Taurasi DOCG “Piano di Montevergine” Riserva
Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, Italy
2014 2013 2012
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Cantina Perillo, Campania, Italy
2008
Aglianico (100%)
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG
Cantine Iorio, Campania, Italy
2017
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC “Satyricon” Campi Taurasini
Irpinia DOC “Satyricon” Campi Taurasini
Luigi Tecce, Campania, Italy
2018
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC “Cretarossa” Campi Taurasini
Irpinia DOC “Cretarossa” Campi Taurasini
Cantine i Favati, Campania, Italy
2012
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC “Gioviano” Aglianico
Irpinia DOC “Gioviano” Aglianico
Il Cancelliere, Campania, Italy
2016
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC
Irpinia DOC
Tenuta del Meriggio, Campania, Italy
2019
Aglianico (100%)
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Taurasi DOCG Riserva
Azienda Agricola di Meo, Campania, Italy
2014
Aglianico (100%)
Vesuvio DOC “Gelsonero” Lacryma Christi
Vesuvio DOC “Gelsonero” Lacryma Christi
Cantine Villa Dora, Campania, Italy
2016
Aglianico (100%)Piedirosso (70%)
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG
Aglianico del Taburno DOCG
Pietrefitte, Campania, Italy
2020
Aglianico (100%)
Falerno del Massico DOC
Falerno del Massico DOC
Torelle Viticoltori, Campania, Italy
2015
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC Aglianico
Irpinia DOC Aglianico
Azienda Agricola Torricino di Stefano di Marzo, Campania, Italy
2019 2018
Aglianico (100%)
Campania IGP “Antica Fattoria” Aglianico
Campania IGP “Antica Fattoria” Aglianico
Tenuta Cavalier Pepe, Campania, Italy
2020
Aglianico (100%)
Irpinia DOC “Taurì”
Irpinia DOC “Taurì”
Cantine Antonio Caggiano, Campania, Italy
2017
Aglianico (100%)
Puglia IGP “Montepeloso” Aglianico
Puglia IGP “Montepeloso” Aglianico
Alberto Longo, Puglia, Italy
2017
Aglianico (100%)

Producers using Aglianico


Salvatore Molettieri
Campania, Italy

Salvatore Molettieri produces stunning Taurasi. Helped by his sons Giovanni, Giuseppe, Luigi and Paolo, he has become synonymous with Aglianico from the little-known village of Montemarano.

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Quintodecimo
Campania, Italy

Quintodecimo is one of the star names of Taurasi.

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Antico Castello
Campania, Italy

Antico Castello is a boutique producer in the Irpinia area of Campania known for cultivating Falanghina Beneventana.

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Casa d'Ambra
Campania, Italy

Casa d’Ambra is the leading producer on the small island of Ischia, producing a range of wines from local grape varieties such as Biancolella and Forastera.

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I Borboni
Campania, Italy

I Borboni is a small producer from Campania in the south of Italy. The company enjoys a local reputation working with the Asprinio Bianco grape, particularly in the production of sparkling wine.

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Torre del Pagus
Campania, Italy

Torre del Pagus is a small producer in the village of Paupisi producing organic wines such as Aglianico del Taburno and Falanaghina del Sannio.

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Le Masciare
Campania, Italy

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Elena Catalano
Campania, Italy

Elena Catalano produces produces wines from the classic grape varieties of the Benevento area.

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Macchialupa
Campania, Italy

Macchialupa was founded in 2001 to highlight some of Campania’s high potential wines such as Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo.

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Tenuta delle Ginestre
Campania, Italy

Tenuta delle Ginstre produce wines in the Vesuvio DOC and are known locally for their cultivation of the interesting Caprettone grape.

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Botromagno
Puglia, Italy

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Masseria Frattasi
Campania, Italy

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