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Mastroberardino Radici Taurasi Riserva

Irpinia, Italy
Benchmark Taurasi Riserva from old-vine Aglianico on volcanic soils; black cherry, tar, iron, licorice and powerful tannins; needs a decade to open; ages 30+ years.
complement
Aglianico's iron and tar align with braised veal; gremolata echoes wine's citrus lift.
classic main
complement
Classic red wine and steak; Aglianico's structure grips beef fat; tannins grip char.
classic main
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Game tannin alignment; tar and iron match boar's earthy richness; pasta bridges.
established main
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Taurasi's tannins soften against hard cheese; truffle honey bridges tar and iron notes.
suggested cheese