Irpinia Campi Taurasini "Costa Baiano" DOC - Villa Raiano Winery

The Aglianico grapes used to produce the Irpinia Campi Taurasini "Costa Baiano" DOC wine come from the central part of our 9 hectares of vineyard, a single amphitheater-shaped body, located in the municipality of Castelfranci in the province of Avellino at 500 meters above sea level. The grapes, once destemmed, macerate for ten days in steel vats and then refine in cement tanks and terracotta amphorae.

100% Aglianico grapes
First vintage 2012
Origin of the grapes Castelfranci (Avellino)
Altitude 500 m above sea level
Guyot training system
Planting density 4500 vines/ha
Grape yield 70 q/ha
Soil characteristics: clayey-calcareous soil based on yellow marl with good organic substance
Harvest first ten days of November
Vinification in steel with daily punching down and pumping over and maceration of the skins for 10 days
Aged 50% in cement and 50% in terracotta amphorae for at least 12 months
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 26-28 °C
Bottling in October of the year following the harvest
Color: bright ruby ​​red with purple reflections.
Nose: its elegance includes notes of red fruits such as blueberry and blackcurrant. Sensations of licorice with balsamic spicy and peppery notes.
Palate: this wine is characterized by a savoury and fresh taste with a very decisive and varietal tannic texture.
Recommended pairings: ideal with tasty sauces and grilled meats.
Dishes to pair: candles with Neapolitan ragù.