160 Anni Rosso IGT 2018 - Ippolito

The Ippolito Rosso 160 Anni is an oenological magnum opus, encapsulating the rich historical tapestry and vinicultural legacy of Calabria—a southern Italian crucible blessed with a myriad of distinct terroirs and a profusion of grape varieties. Crafted by the venerable Ippolito 1845 winery, this wine serves as an eloquent homage to the seamless marriage of tradition and innovation that epitomizes Calabrian viticulture. Predominantly composed of Gaglioppo grapes, the Ippolito Rosso 160 Anni boasts an intensely vivid ruby hue—a visual allegory of the land's fervent spirit and inherent vitality. On the olfactory front, it unfurls a complex and enchanting bouquet teeming with notes of ripe red fruits, exotic spices, and a subtle infusion of seamlessly integrated wood. Upon the palate, the wine manifests a harmonious architecture, balanced yet full-bodied, with velvety tannins escorting a long and sumptuous aromatic afterglow. With an exemplary structure, it is a wine that not only invites immediate enjoyment but also promises a robust aging potential. It stands as an ideal culinary companion to hearty dishes such as roasts, game meats, and matured cheeses.

Denomination: Rosso IGT Calabria
Vintage: 2018
Dosage: Dry
Grape variety: Gaglioppo
Region: Calabria (IT), Cirò Marina (KR)
Refinement: Oak barrels
Serving temperature: 16/18°C
Alcohol content: 14.5% vol.

The historic Ippolito winery founded in 1845 can boast 100 hectares of vineyards in the heart of the Cirò DOC distributed in three estates: Mancuso, Feudo and Difesa Piana. The vines used are native: Gaglioppo, Greco Bianco, Calabrese, Pecorello and Greco Nero. Particular attention is paid to enhancing these blends in order to protect and respect the traditions together with modern and sophisticated winemaking techniques to produce wines of undisputed quality and value .