{"product_id":"taurasi-docg-2018-pietracupa","title":"Taurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Taurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine of great character, made from 100% Aglianico grapes, a symbolic vine of Irpinia and Southern Italy. Coming from the vineyards owned by Sabino Loffredo's winery, this Taurasi represents one of the most elegant and contemporary interpretations of the denomination.\nIt is a full-bodied and harmonious wine, combining structure and freshness, offering a tense, deep, and long-lasting sip. It is ideal for those seeking an important red, capable of combining territorial authenticity and stylistic refinement.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2018 vintage was characterized by balanced climatic conditions, with moderate temperatures and excellent day-night temperature variations, factors that allowed the grapes to ripen slowly, developing complex aromas and silky tannins. The harvest took place in the second half of October, selecting the best bunches to ensure quality and aromatic concentration.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced through traditional fermentation, conducted in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for about three weeks. This process allows for the balanced extraction of color, aromas, and tannins.\nThis is followed by a period of aging in large oak barrels, where the wine slowly matures, acquiring finesse and stability. The result is a red that retains the freshness of the fruit, enriched with evolved and complex notes thanks to aging.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nPietracupa's Taurasi stands out for its elegance and precision, combining intensity and gustatory tension in a rare balance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003edeep ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e with garnet reflections, indicating its evolution and the richness of the grape variety.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, an intense and fine olfactory profile emerges: ripe red fruits, cherry, and plum in the foreground, followed by hints of sweet spices, tobacco, and a subtle balsamic note. With time in the glass, it opens further, revealing mineral and floral nuances.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003estructured yet linear\u003c\/strong\u003e, with mature and well-integrated tannins. Its lively acidity provides tension and momentum to the sip, which finishes with a long and savory persistence. It is a wine that evolves in the glass, showing elegance and depth with each taste.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Taurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine expresses itself best with rich and flavorful dishes. It is perfect to accompany:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled or braised red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged and strongly flavored cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeapolitan ragù or game-based dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Irpinian traditional dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts structure and complexity also make it ideal to be enjoyed on its own, as a meditation wine.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Taurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo preserve the qualities of \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG 2018 - Pietracupa\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is advisable to store it in a cool, dark place, with a constant temperature between 14 and 16°C and controlled humidity. The bottle should be stored horizontally, to keep the cork moist and ensure proper oxygenation over time.\nThanks to its structure and the evolutionary potential of Aglianico, this wine can undergo \u003cstrong\u003elong bottle aging\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving over 10-15 years after the vintage. Over time, it will develop further aromatic nuances and extraordinary gustatory finesse, rewarding those who know how to wait for it.","brand":"Pietracupa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415316132179,"sku":"T00-P026-2018-05","price":47.08,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/taurasi-docg-2018-pietracupa.jpg?v=1764414043","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/taurasi-docg-2018-pietracupa","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}