We organize unique wine tasting experiences and visits to oil mills and wineries in the beautiful area of Rionero in Vulture. Here, you can discover and taste the excellent products of Basilicata, including the renowned Aglianico del Vulture wine.

Aglianico del Vulture is a prestigious red wine produced exclusively from Aglianico grapes grown in the volcanic soils of Mount Vulture, in Basilicata. Considered one of the best red wines in Italy, it received the Denomination of Controlled Origin (DOC) in 1971 and the Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin (DOCG) in 2011. This wine is the only DOCG in Basilicata, famous for its strong and deep character.

The vineyards of Aglianico del Vulture are located at altitudes between 450 and 600 meters, ideal for producing superior quality grapes. With a late maturation, Aglianico is harvested between late October and early November. Due to low yields per vine, the resulting wine offers an intense and structured flavor, perfect for tasting.

In recent years, the use of new French oak barriques for aging has been preferred over larger chestnut barrels. Aglianico del Vulture is offered in the "Vecchio" version, with a minimum aging of three years, and "Riserva," with five years of aging, including at least two in wood. With an alcohol content ranging from 11.5% to 14%, this wine expresses its qualities best after at least three years, maintaining an extraordinary aging potential.

Characteristics of Aglianico del Vulture:
- Color: ruby red that evolves into orange reflections with aging.
- Aroma: harmonious, gaining intensity and pleasantness over time.
- Flavor: dry, savory, warm, and appropriately tannic; it becomes increasingly velvety as the years pass.

Alongside wine tasting, we offer guided tours of oil mills to discover the traditional process of olive oil production in Basilicata. In local oil mills, the oil is extracted exclusively with granite mills for cold pressing, without the addition of chemicals, preserving the authentic flavors.

The organic oil that results from these sustainable practices is of the highest quality, with unique characteristics in both aroma and taste. The pristine environment and organic farming methods impart valuable biochemical qualities to this oil.

Book a special day to discover the flavors of Basilicata, with wine tastings and visits to oil mills and wineries for an immersion into the local food and wine culture.