The very likable and approachable 2013 Aglianico del Vulture Teodosio is a fabulous beginner's wine for those who want to wet their palate with a wine from Basilicata for the first time. The bouquet is beautifully rich and intense with blackberry accents that segue to spice, dark tar, road paving and volcanic mineral. The tannins have been very well integrated and managed and there's a bright point of acidity that serves to remind you how well this wine would pair with succulent roasted lamb or pork.