Grape Variety: Aglianico 100%

Alcoholic content:13,5%

Land Exposure: South/West

Altitude: 350/400 meters over the sea level

Soil Type: clay topsoil, slightly calcareous

Trellising system: Stemmed Cords

Vine Density: 4.000 vines/hectares

Grapes outcome per hectare: 80 qt.

Grapes outcome per vine: 2 Kg.

Harvest period: first decade in November 

Characteristics

Colour: dark ruby red, verging to garnet

Bouquet: intense, winy, under-wood and red fruits aromas

Taste: good body, sapid, soft, fine and velvety 

Production Technique

Vigna Claudia based on a meticulous selection of hand harvested grapes that grow in the sunny southern hills of Irpinia. After vinification and alcoholic fermentation, the wine is transferred in stainless steel tanks for 12 months. Before release, the wine is bottle-aged for an additional 3 months. 

Food Pairings

Superb accompaniment to roasted and grilled red meat, salami and seasoned cheeses.

Serving Temperature: 18°C / 20°C 

First vintage produced 2005