2016 Aglianico
Starfield Estate El Dorado AVA
TASTING NOTES
Discover one of the finest Sierra Foothills red wines! Aglianico grapes originate from the mountains south of Naples, Italy and do insanely well in the El Dorado AVA. The nose is layered and complex with blackberry, strawberry, black cherry, licorice and nutty oak. On the palate, this big and powerful wine has great structural balance with opulent flavors of blackberry, fig, and hazelnut with hints of clove, pepper, and bay leaves. Structured with medium tannins. Smooth with a long finish. Enjoy the wine now through 2022.
95 Points - Platinum - Winemaker Challenge - International Wine Competition
WINE PROFILE
| Grape Variety: | 100% Aglianico |
| Appellation: | El Dorado AVA |
| Vineyard: | Starfield Estate |
| Vines: | 2.2 acres. Planted 2013 & 2014. FPS 02 (Aligianico di Vulture) on 420a. |
| Elevation & Site: | 2.300 feet. on warm southwest slopes, where it has time to ripen. Row orientation: 23 degrees east of north.. Rocky, shallow soil. |
| Alcohol %: | 13.8% |
| PH: | 3.68 |
| Acidity g/L: | 6.5 |
| Cellaring: | Aged for 18 months in 50% new French oak |
| Bottling Date: | June, 2018 |
| Production: | 195 cases |
Food Pairings
Duck Confit & Fondant Potatoes, Eggplant Parmesan, Morel Mushroom Risotto, Smoked Brisket and Cornbread, Roast Lamb, Thin Crust Sausage Pizza with Spicy Red Sauce