| Aglianico |
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| Also called: |
Gnanico, Agliatica, Ellenico, Ellanico and Uva Nera |
| Origin: |
Greece |
| Notable regions: |
Italy, Australia and California |
Aglianico (pronounced "ah-LYAH-nee-koe") is a red wine grape grown in the Campania and Basilicata
regions of Italy. The grape is believed to have originated in Greece, introduced to Italy by the Phoenicians around the same time as the
Gaglioppo vine. [1] The name is in fact a corruption of 'Ellenico' one of italian adjectives to indicate
'Greek'. Another ethymology derivates the name "Aglianico from a corruption of 'Apulianicum' the roman adjective which indicates
entire southern Italy in latin age.
Wines produced from Aglianico tend to be full bodied with firm tannins and high acidity making this a wine that has aging
potential. The rich flavors in Aglianico make it conducive for matching with rich meats such as lamb.
In Basilicata, Aglianico forms the basis for the region's only DOC, Aglianico del
Vulture. where the vinyards are primarily located in and around the extinct volcano, Mount
Vulture. In Campania the area in and around the village of Taurasi Aglianico's only
DOCG wine is produced, also called Taurasi. It is here that Aglianico is at its best. [2]
The grape has also recently been planted in Australia and California, as it thrives in a predominantly sunny climates. In Australia it is being
introduced in the Murray Darling Region with some success. [3]
References
- ^ J. Robinson Vines, Grapes & Wines
pg 213 Mitchell Beazley 1986 ISBN 1857329996
- ^ H. Johnson & J.
Robinson The World Atlas of Wine, 5th Ed. pg 182 Mitchell Beazley 2001
- ^ Aglianico. Vinodiversity. Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
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