2020 Alovini - Aglianico Del Vulture DOC Ninirosso (750ml)

Grown on the volcanic soils of the Aglianico del Vulture zone and pressed from the late-ripening Aglianico grape, the 2020 Alovini Ninirosso presents the structured tannic architecture and concentrated fruit density characteristic of southern Italy’s signature red varieties. Housed in a standard 750ml format, this DOC-labeled release captures the vintage’s balanced ripeness and preserved acidity.

The wine opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, and wet slate, followed by savory layers of toasted spice, cured leather, and dried basil. On the palate, firm tannins and bright acidity frame a medium-full body, yielding a clean, persistently dry finish with subtle graphite undertones. Allow the bottle to aerate for 25 to 30 minutes before pouring to integrate the phenolic structure and highlight the underlying mineral drive.

Food Pairing Guidance

• Braised meats and roasted poultry: The wine’s solid acid-tannin balance cuts through rendered fat and collagen
• Tomato-based pastas with robust herbs: Citrus-driven acidity mirrors vine-ripened tomato brightness
• Hard aged cheeses: Protein and calcium soften gripping tannins while amplifying dark fruit flavors

Pair this single-varietal bottling with grilled root vegetables or rustic bean stews for a lighter alternative, or reserve it for seasonal meals where extended cellaring allows secondary cedar and tobacco notes to fully develop over the next four to six years.