Mastroberardino
Taurasi Radici Riserva 2017
| Denomination | DOCG Taurasi Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Campania (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Aglianico |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques and Slavonian oak casks for about 30 months, followed by at least 36 months of bottle ageing. |
- Name and vintage: Taurasi DOCG Riserva 2017, still red wine from Campania
- Grape variety and producer: 100% Aglianico produced by Mastroberardino, Irpinia area
- Extended ageing: 30 months in oak and at least 36 months in bottle
- Aromas: hints of tobacco, spices, cherry, plum, wild berries and balsamic notes
- Pairings: ideal with braised meats, game and mature cheeses. Serve at 18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Taurasi Radici Riserva is a full-bodied red wine by Mastroberardino, an expression of Aglianico. In the glass, it reveals a refined and complex aromatic profile, dominated by aromas of sour cherry, plum and wild berries, intertwined with hints of tobacco and balsamic notes. On the palate, it is enveloping and concentrated, supported by firm yet velvety tannins that ensure a long-lasting finish. The aftertaste closes with captivating notes of black pepper, liquorice and dark chocolate, defining an age-worthy red capable of evolving masterfully over time. This wine represents a pure expression of the Campanian terroir, ideal for pairing with braised red meats and game.
Where it comes from
It originates in Montemarano, in the heart of Irpinia. The vineyards are located at 550 metres above sea level, with a south-eastern exposure. The vine roots delve into a distinctive clay-limestone soil characterised by a strong presence of stony skeleton. This particular geological formation, combined with the slow mountain ripening, gives the grapes a perfect balance of phenolic concentration, pronounced savouriness and excellent balanced freshness, all fundamental elements for the longevity of this great red wine.
How it is produced
The grapes are hand-harvested in the first ten days of November. In the winery, a classic red vinification takes place, featuring a temperature-controlled maceration on the skins for about eight or nine days. After alcoholic fermentation in steel, malolactic fermentation takes place entirely in wood. The maturation process continues for thirty months using a skilful combination of French oak barriques and Slavonian oak casks. The production cycle concludes with a lengthy final ageing of at least three years, a period necessary to develop the iconic complexity and austere character that distinguish this red.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1986 from a careful study of the Irpinian soils, the Taurasi Radici Riserva represents the highest expression of Aglianico. This prestigious label seals the winemaking heritage of the Mastroberardino family, who, since 1878 and through ten generations, have preserved the excellence of Campanian oenology. A perfect synthesis between territorial vocation and a tradition spanning over two centuries, the exceptional 2017 vintage has won over critics worldwide, receiving prestigious accolades from renowned names such as James Suckling, Decanter and Veronelli.
Awards
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2017
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2017
94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2017
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2017
91/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2017
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2017
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1878
- Oenologist: Massimo Di Renzo
- Bottles produced: 1.700.000
- Hectares: 260
Ten generations have since then run the family business, amidst alternating fortunes, as always happens in the histories of long-standing family businesses. Read more
| Name | Mastroberardino Taurasi Radici Riserva 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Taurasi DOCG |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Aglianico |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Campania |
| Vendor | Mastroberardino |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1986 from a careful study of the Irpinian soils, the Taurasi Radici Riserva represents the highest expression of Aglianico. This prestigious label seals the winemaking heritage of the Mastroberardino family, who, since 1878 and through ten generations, have preserved the excellence of Campanian oenology. A perfect synthesis between territorial vocation and a tradition spanning over two centuries, the exceptional 2017 vintage has won over critics worldwide, receiving prestigious accolades from renowned names such as James Suckling, Decanter and Veronelli. |
| Origin | Montemarano (AV) |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone with a strong presence of stones |
| Cultivation system | Espalier with spur cordon pruning |
| Plants per hectare | 3500 |
| Yield per hectare | 45 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | First ten days of November |
| Production technique | Classic red winemaking with maceration on the skins at a controlled temperature; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation in oak barrels; ageing in French oak barriques and Slavonian oak barrels, followed by ageing in bottle |
| Wine making | Classic red vinification with maceration on the skins at a controlled temperature (8–9 days); alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation in oak barrels; ageing for about 30 months in French oak barriques and Slavonian oak barrels, followed by at least 36 months in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barriques and Slavonian oak casks for about 30 months, followed by at least 36 months of bottle ageing. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |