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Date Printed: 5/25/2013
Feudi di San Gregorio Taurasi Riserva Piano di Montevergine 2001
Feudi di San Gregorio Taurasi Riserva Piano di Montevergine 2001
 (search item no. 88456)
collectible wine

The Wine Advocate rating: 94 points
Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
PRICE ON 5/25/2013: $62.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2004 Wine Enthusiast rating: 94 points
2004 Wine Spectator rating: 93 points
2002 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
2000 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
2000 International Wine Cellar rating: 90 points
1999 The Wine Advocate rating: 95 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
1997 Wine & Spirits rating: 90 points
1997 Wine Spectator rating: 89 points

Winemaker's Notes:

 Grape Varieties
100% Aglianico di Taurasi

Vinification
Grape bunches are selectively harvested by hand during the last two weeks of October. After de-stemming and pressing, the grapes macerate for nearly 20 days at controlled temperatures. The resulting wine is aged for 18 months in barriques, with further refinement in the bottle.

Color
Ruby red with cherry nuances

Bouquet
Intense bouquet of wild fruits underscored by vanilla and spice notes

Taste
Full-bodied and balanced, with supple tannins and dark fruit flavors

Alcohol
13.7%

Serving Suggestions
Well-matched with red meat entrées, fish steaks and hearty casseroles.

My Notes:

About Feudi di San Gregorio:

 A modern expression of a centuries-old tradition of passion and dedication to the land, Feudi di San Gregorio is Campania's premier winemaking estate. Situated in the village of Sorbo Serpico in one of Italy's most exciting and innovative wine regions, Feudi di San Gregorio was established in 1986 in a joint venture between the Ercolino and Capaldo families of Irpinia. The proprietors of this family-run estate have selected the finest vineyards in which to nurture this region's unique, indigenous varietals.

The results have been remarkable – the wines of Feudi di San Gregorio have met time and again with stellar reviews and have garnered international critical acclaim. Owner and winemaker Enzo Ercolino works closely with consultant Riccardo Cotarella, one of Italy's foremost enologists.