The 2012 Aglianico del Vulture Alto Vulture Macarico is an extremely mineral-driven wine with delineated layers of pencil shaving, brimstone and graphite. The fruit is dark and brooding, recalling dried blackberry, plum and candied figs. There is little sweetness or softness in the mouth and what exists is immediately overwhelmed by the tannic tightness and firm structure. Like other wines from the Vulture, the finish is driven by dark, ashy tones.

Plum pudding and dried cherry fruit notes are underscored by a subtle streak of smoky minerality. Accents of cured tobacco, black olive and forest floor show on the chewy finish. Drink now through 2022. 520 cases made.??–AN??Region: Italy / South / Basilicata / Aglianico del Vulture Select to Add