This is 100% Aglianico from Basilicata (the arch of the boot) in southern Italy. Don Anselmo is the grandfather of the current owners and the person who started the winery. This is their top bottling. Purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose is great. Black cherries, cherries, balsamic, spice and leather. Full bodied. Tannins are present but mostly integrated. Great balance. On the palate, this is delicious with black cherry fruit, tobacco, forest floor, dust and slight char. Long finish. Complex and deep. This drinks great on its own but really needs food. This would work great with a Mushroom Pasta. Just about fully mature at this point but should drink well for another five to eight years.