Cantine Del Notaio Aglianico Del Vulture Il Sigillo 2011 (750ML)

95 WA / 92 WE

This is one of the most important wines made south of Campania and north of Etna today. The 2011 Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo flaunts its Lucano pride with deep concentration and super dark fruit and spice that contrast each other with harmony. Those characteristic mineral notes of volcanic ash and crushed granite peg this wine to an unmistakable sense of place. The finish is rich and velvety and Il Sigillo should only improve with time. Some 20,000 bottles were produced. Monica Larner-The Wine Advocate

Mature plum, baking spice and tobacco aromas lead the way on this structured red. Made with late-harvested grapes, the dense, enveloping palate offers black cherry extract, mocha, licorice and a confectionery note alongside velvety tannins. It closes on a dark chocolate note. – Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast