Basilicata, Italy

A benchmark expression of Aglianico from the volcanic slopes of Mount Vulture. Family-owned Cantine Madonna delle Grazie has built a reputation for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines that capture the unique character of Basilicata's ancient volcanic soils through organic farming and minimal intervention.

Liscone is made from 100% Aglianico sourced from a single parcel of over 30-year-old vines in the historic Liscone vineyard. Fermented with native yeasts and aged for 8–12 months in seasoned French tonneaux, the wine combines the structure and longevity of Aglianico with remarkable freshness and finesse.

The 2020 vintage opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, violet, wild herbs and sweet spice. The palate is vibrant and beautifully balanced, offering ripe dark fruit, silky tannins, lively acidity and a long, savoury finish marked by the unmistakable minerality of volcanic terroir.

A true Appellance-style discovery: organically farmed, expressive of place and one of southern Italy's finest values. Aglianico at its most elegant and approachable, while retaining the depth and character that make the variety so compelling.

Perfect with grilled lamb, slow-cooked beef, mushroom dishes, aged cheeses or rich pasta with ragù.