The 2010 Aglianico del Taburno Apollo is weighed down by evident oak spice and smoke. It ages in French barrique for just six months, but the oak has been stretched long and wide over the body of this wine. Dark fruit and prune are followed by toasted nutmeg and cinnamon. Sweet wood tannins are followed by aromas of black cherry and chocolate. The 2010 vintage has the added benefit of extra fruit intensity for better balance.