Aglianico is a red produced by La guardiense in Campania, Italy. Made from Aglianico. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Region: Campania
Country: Italy
Grapes: Aglianico
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: full-bodied, high tannin, high acidity, dry
A robust, no-frills expression of Aglianico from the Sannio hills of Campania, showing the grape's signature combination of firm, grippy tannins and mouth-watering acidity. Expect dark cherry and dried herb aromas alongside a streak of iron-like minerality that gives the wine its rustic, earthy character. This is a food-focused wine that rewards time in the glass and pairs best with rich, hearty dishes.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Campania, Italy
Campania — a region in southern Italy centred on Naples and the Amalfi coast, with a winemaking heritage stretching back to ancient Greek and Roman times.
Aglianico
Aglianico is a noble red grape of southern Italy, centred on the regions of Campania and Basilicata, and often called the "Barolo of the south" for its power and longevity.
More wines
From La guardiense
- Mirata Falanghina del Sannio — La guardiense, Falanghina del Sannio
More red wines from Campania
- Aglianico Sannio — Cantine Iorio, Sannio
- Aglianico del Beneventano — VI.TO. SRL, Aglianico del Beneventano
- Aglianico del Beneventano — Tombacco, Beneventano
- Benevento Rosso — Lidl, Benevento
Frequently asked questions
Where is Aglianico from?
Aglianico is produced by La guardiense in Campania, Italy.
What grapes are in Aglianico?
Aglianico is made from Aglianico.