Vigneti del Vulture Pipoli Aglianico del Vulture

Winemaker Vigneti del Vulture on the winery

“We are based in Acerenza, in the heart of Basilicata. In 2008, Valentino Sciotti took over our cooperative with the ambition of expressing the distinctive character of this region and its native grape varieties. Together with winemaker Alberto Antonini, we work with vineyards on the slopes of the extinct Monte Vulture volcano. The volcanic soils, altitude and significant differences between day and night temperatures give our wines their own identity, combining depth, freshness and minerality.”

And on Basalicata, Italy

“Our Pipoli is made from 100% Aglianico, the signature red grape of this region. The vineyards are planted on volcanic soils around Venosa, Maschito and Rapolla, at approximately 400 to 550 metres above sea level. After hand harvesting, the grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks, with extended skin contact to develop colour, aromas and structure. The wine then ages for ten months: 60% in stainless steel and 40% in used oak barriques. Expect black cherry and ripe red fruit, complemented by spice, vanilla and mature tannins. A full-bodied, characterful red with a long, balsamic finish.”