Santo Stefano is the result of the vinification of grapes from the vineyards of the estate that gives the wine evident characteristics of aromatic complexity and structure.
Grape varieties
100% Aglianico.
Production area
Vineyards are located in the hilly area of the municipalities of Luogosano, Sant’Angelo all’Esca, Taurasi, at 350 m above sea level.
Soil type
Clayey-calcareous soil medium deep with evident volcanic outcrops.
Winemaking
The grapes, harvested by hand around the middle of October, are pressed whole and the must is cold decanted; it follows the alcoholic fermentation that takes place for a part in French oak barrels and for the remaining part in steel. The wine remains in aging sur lies both in wood and in steel and finally matures at least 6 months in bottle.
Colour
Intense ruby red colour.
Aroma
Berries and sour cherries with a complex bouquet of spices and licorice.
Bouquet
Good body, complete on the palate with ripe and elegant tannins.
