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pago dei fusi
Aglianico is a grape that must be loved to the full and Pago dei Fusi is the full outcome of such love, stimulating knowledge of this variety which, harvest after harvest, highlights the indissoluble bond between land, grape variety and human work. The harmonious combination of Aglianico grapes, soils and climate of the vineyards that dominate the hillsides on the left bank of the River Calore ensure that Pago dei Fusi achieves power and structure of exceptional elegance, complexity and longevity. The name of this wine refers to its place of origin and the great Roman tradition of the same name for rural districts, thereby celebrating the territory and the ancient splendor of the vine.
Grape Variety: 100 % Aglianico.
Production Area: estate vineyards in Pietradefusi, located on the hilltops overlooking the valley of the River Calore.
Winemaking: carefully selected, hand-picked grapes; maceration on the skins for about 12 days and fermentation at around 28 °C. Aged in French oak barrels for no less than 24 months and then for at least 36 months in the bottle prior to release for sale.
Tasting Notes: deep ruby red color with aromas of ripe cherries, sweet spices, plum, tobacco, pepper and tar. Supple and silky on the palate, with fine, ripe tannins, and a long fruity, spicy and toasty finish. A wine with a remarkable structure and excellent aging potential.
Food Pairings: all roast and braised meat, game, wild boar, meat sauce, fillet and rib-eye steaks, grilled lamb chops, game, spicy dishes, mushrooms, truffles and mature cheese, such as Provolone, Parmigiano Reggiano or Gorgonzola.
Best served at 18°-22°C.
2015: 94 points - Vinous, May 2024
2013: 93 points, Robert Parker, Wine Adovcate, 6th Oct 2022
2012: 95 points, Vinous, June 2023
2012: 93 points, Wine Advocate, Aug 2021
2012: Gold Medal - Mundus, Jun 2021
2012: Double Gold Medal - Sakura Japan Women's Wine Awards 2021
2012: 94 points - JamesSuckling.com, Nov 24, 2020
2011: 94 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Oct 10, 2019
2011: 91 points - Wine Spectator, Oct 15, 2019
2011: Gold Medal - Sakura Japan Women's Wine Awards 2020
2011: 90 points - Vinous, May 2020
2011: SILVER - Mundus Vini 2020
2011: 3 Stelle - Guida Veronelli 2020
2011: 92 points – Wine Enthusiast, Jan 2018
2011: 92 points – Vinous, Sep 2017
2010: 93 points – Wine Spectator, April 30, 2018
2010: 93 points – Wine Enthusiast, Jun 2017
2010: 92 points - JamesSuckling.com, Oct 2017
2010: SILVER - International Wine & Spirits Competition Awards 2017
2010: SILVER - Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada, 2017 Edition
2009: 93 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Aug 31st, 2017
2009: 90 points – Vinous, Sep 2017
2009: 3 stelle - Guida Veronelli 2017
2009: 92 points – Wine Spectator , Dec 2015
2009: 90 points – Vinous, Sep 2015
2009: BRONZE - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2015
2009: 90 points – Wine Enthusiast, Sep 2014
2008: 94 points – Wine & Spirits, Jun 2015
2008: 92 points – Wine Spectator, May 2015
2008: 92 points – JamesSuckling.com, Dec 2013
>2008: 91 points – Vinous, Sep 2015
2008: 91 points – Cellar Selections, Wine Enthusiast, Dec 2013
2008: Wine of excellence awarded to the Crown – Vini Buoni d’Italia 2015
2008: SILVER - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2014
2008: 4/5 stars – Decanter, May 2013
2008: SILVER - Decanter World Wine Awards 2013
2006: 94 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Feb 2013
2006: YEAR’S BEST AND BEST BUY - Wine & Spirits, Jun 2013
2006: 90 points - Wine Enthusiast, Feb 2013
2005: 94 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Jun 2011 “a huge, explosive wine”.
2005: 90 points - Wine Enthusiast, An insider’s guide to Italy’s best wine, food and travel.
2004: 95+ points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Aug 2010
2004: 4 grappoli – Duemilavini 2010
2003: 93 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Aug 2010
2003: SILVER - The International Wine Challenge 2010
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