The Rotondo estate in the Barile countryside is historically one of the most suggestive and sought after sites for cultivation of the Aglianico vine. The Paternoster family property Villa Rotondo is situated here.

Characterization

• Red wine
• Quality: Aglianico del Vulture DOC
• Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico del Vulture
• Vineyard: Villa Rotondo
• Aging: in french barrique for 14 months
• Refinement process: in bottles for 12 months
• Serving temperature: 18-19°C
• Winery: Paternoster, Barile

Degustation

Very intense purple, ruby red colour. Bouquet with spicy overtones and a hint of liquorice. Juicy and concentrated on the palate, with shades of raspberry and conserve. A new style Aglianico!

Ratings

• Vintage 2005, 2 red glasses in Gambero Rosso 2009
• Vintage 2004, 2 red glasses in Gambero Rosso 2007
• Vintage 2003, 2 red glasses in Gambero Rosso 2006