Titolo Aglianico del Vulture by Elena Fucci 2013

The 2013 Titolo is from a cooler vintage.  Yet, even at this early stage of evolution, its dark and intense ruby red color still offers substantial and deeply complex aromas. Dark cherry and blackberry scents are dominant, but there are background hints of volcanic minerality, exotic ground wood spices, Mediterranean garrigue, tobacco and vanilla.  Restrained ripeness, dry and full bodied on the palate, the firm youthful thrust of tannin powers the long finish, and assures this is another Titolo destined for a great future!  Serve with the likes of a braised lamb shank at this stage to bring tranquility to the  finish, but the best is yet to come if one can be patient.

Tre Bicchieri and Gold Star - Gambero Rosso 2016 (Tre Bicchieri for 9 consecutive vintages!)

5 Grappoli - Bibenda 2016

Crown Award - Vini Buoni d'Italia 2016