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Taurasi DOCG - Azienda Agricola Fiorentino 2018

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Aglianico Taurasi DOCG 75 cl 2018

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Technical information

Producer
Azienda Agricola Fiorentino
Name
Taurasi DOCG
Variety
Aglianico
Vintage
2018
Gradation
14.0%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Notes of red fruits, spices, leather
Vinification method
Steel fermentation, long maceration
Aging
Minimum 3 years, of which 1 in wood
Type of cask
Oak barrels
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The Taurasi DOCG from Azienda Agricola Fiorentino is a prestigious red wine that comes from the heart of Campania. Made exclusively from Aglianico grapes, a variety that finds an ideal habitat in this region, this wine is a symbol of Italian oenological excellence. It presents an intense ruby red color, almost impenetrable, hinting at its complex and rich structure.

On the nose, the Taurasi DOCG from Fiorentino stands out with a deep and persistent bouquet, featuring notes of ripe cherry, plum, spices, and a slight trace of tobacco and chocolate, due to maturation in barrique. On the palate, it enters with authority, offering a well-balanced taste between acidity and robust tannins, promising excellent aging potential.

Ideal for accompanying rich dishes such as braised meats, game, and aged cheeses, the Taurasi DOCG also stands out for its long aromatic persistence, leaving an undeniable trace of itself. A wine that represents a perfect choice for lovers of intense and structured reds, to be enjoyed on special occasions.

The winery

Azienda Agricola Fiorentino

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Family-run winery based in Paternopoli (Avellino), in the Irpinia/Taurasi area; it mainly produces wines from Aglianico and Coda di Volpe and sells them through a direct shop.
Grape varieties
Aglianico, Coda di Volpe
  • Based in Paternopoli, in the Taurasi/Irpinia area.
  • Winery built using bio-architecture techniques; uses solar energy and rainwater harvesting.
  • Hand-harvested and vinified with temperature control; aged in large casks and barriques depending on the cuvée.
  • Main products in the shop: Irpinia Aglianico, Kalós Irpinia Coda di Volpe, Taurasi DOCG, Taurasi Riserva DOCG.
The story
The Fiorentino family has been linked to the Irpinia region for generations. Their first winemaking experiences date back to the early 1990s and were later resumed and developed, leading to the establishment of the new winery. The estate promotes production that is attentive to grape quality and local tradition.
Production philosophy
Wine production focused on quality and respect for the environment: hand-harvesting, meticulous grape selection, and winemaking processes that combine traditional techniques with technological control to ensure the purity and typicity of the wines.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Contrada Barbassano, Paternopoli, in the heart of the Taurasi–Irpinia area. Soils are described as sandy-loam to clay-loam, with south-facing vineyards and elevations of approximately 380–420 m a.s.l.