Elena Fucci Aglianico del Vulture Titolo 2016

94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Elena Fucci's 2016 Aglianico del Vulture Titolo is a wine built for the long haul. It should continue its steady evolution over the next 20 years if not more. Stitched together with enormous precision, the wine offers balanced intensity and a beautiful level of fruit purity that speaks both to the Aglianico grape and the extreme territory that shapes it. This vintage finishes on a dry note with fine texture and elegantly integrated tannins. The wine is aged in barrique for 12 months, of which half is new oak with various levels of toast. The vines range from 50 to 70 years old and are planted up to 650 meters above sea level. Drink: 2019-2035. (Aug 2018)"

Three Glasses, Gambero Rosso: "Their vineyards go back an average of 50-60 years and are situated in the highest part of the Solagna del Titolo, at the foot of Monte Vulture. It's here that the grapes for their Titolo, for now their only wine, are cultivated. 2016 confirms the wine's status as a bonafide flagship of Luciana's wine culture. It's a vibrant, deep ruby red whose nose features an array of fruity nuances, from close-focused notes to ripe cherry, raspberry and blackcurrant, accompanied elegantly by spicy and delicately oaky aromas. The palate is rich without being heavy, proving savory, balanced and deep. Its tannins are already elegant, even if they're just a bit astringent in their youth. Its fruity finish comes through long and gratifying. Delicious. (2019)"

91 points Anthony Rose (Decanter): "Taking over the winemaking from her father, Salvatore, whose vineyards are at 650m on the slopes of volcanic Mount Vulture, Elena Fucci has made an expressive, elegant Aglianico, whose fresh aromas of rosemary and thyme lead to a lively, textured cherry-fruited palate reminiscent of fine Barbera, the sinewy texture gently polished by French oak and etched with vivid volcanic acidity. Drinking Window: 2020-2026. (Mar 2020)"