2019 Parco Monaci - Moro di Matera DOC Spaccasassi

The 2019 Parco Monaci Moro di Matera DOC Spaccasassi delivers the structural resilience and bright acidity that define southern Italy’s ancient Aglianico lineage. Grown under Moro di Matera DOC guidelines, this bottling highlights the Spaccasassi selection—a low-yielding clone prized for its thick berry skins and high phenolic concentration. The result is a red wine engineered for both approachable mid-palate depth and reliable cellaring potential.

Tasting Notes: The bouquet reveals ripe black cherry, smoked tar, and wild fennel, layering into darker notes of dried fig, cured leather, and flint. On the palate, firm yet velvety tannins anchor a medium-full body, while vibrant acidity cuts through the weight and extends flavors toward black olive, cocoa powder, and a lingering mineral whisper.

Food Pairings: This wine’s savory backbone and moderate alcohol make it highly versatile alongside rich proteins. Pair it with herb-crusted rack of lamb, braised short ribs, or grilled portobello and eggplant mains. Hard aged cheeses like Pecorino Romano, chorizo-infused breadboards, and slow-cooked lentil stews also harmonize beautifully. Serve at 62–65°F and decant briefly before pouring to allow the tannic structure to relax and the aromatics to bloom.