Cantine del Notaio Il Sigillo 2016

Cantine del Notaio Il Sigillo 2016 – Wine Description

Country: Italy
Region: Basilicata
Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico del Vulture
ABV: 13.5%
Case Size: 6/75

Wine Overview
Crafted from meticulously ripe, late-harvested grapes, Cantine del Notaio Il Sigillo 2016 is a striking expression of Aglianico del Vulture, hailing from the renowned Basilicata region. This semi-dry wine boasts an intense, fruit-forward aroma, with inviting notes of cherry jam and ripe blackberry. The complexity on the nose continues to evolve, revealing an intricate blend of dark chocolate, liquorice, and subtle spices. On the palate, the wine delivers a rich, full-bodied profile, balanced by a refreshing acidity that maintains its vibrancy despite its depth and concentration.

The wine’s striking ruby red colour, with garnet reflections, perfectly mirrors its multifaceted character. It offers an expansive array of aromas, including berry jam, chocolate, black pepper, dried violet, carob, tobacco, cinnamon, face powder, mace, leather, liquorice, vanilla, and menthol. The palate is fresh and savoury, with lingering notes of plum, black cherry, and blackberry, culminating in a remarkably persistent finish highlighted by the spiciness of liquorice and dark chocolate.

Tasting Notes

• Colour: Velvety ruby red with garnet reflections

• Aroma: Intense cherry jam, blackberry, dark chocolate, liquorice, black pepper, dried violet, carob, tobacco, cinnamon, leather, vanilla, and menthol

• Taste: Full, fresh, and elegant, with a rich fruit profile of plum, black cherry, and blackberry, complemented by spicy, lingering notes of liquorice and dark chocolate

• Finish: Persistent and spicy, with a lasting impression of liquorice and dark chocolate