At a glance

Producer

Marble Field Vineyards

Region

California, USA

Grape variety

Aglianico

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-$50 (Retail average estimate, typical for quality California Aglianico reds; source: Wine-Searcher & specialist merchants 2024)

Tasting profile

Dark cherry, plum, dried herbs, earth, leather, with notes of spice and tobacco emerging. Moderate oak influence with balanced minerality.

Evolution: Will gain complexity and soften tannins, evolve into more savory and tertiary aromas such as forest floor and smoky notes

At peak: Balanced rich fruit and savory complexity with smooth tannins and vibrant acidity; harmonious and expressive

Structure

Acidity

High acidity providing good freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm, structured tannins showing slight rounding typical of 9 years bottle age

Alcohol

Moderate to slightly elevated alcohol (13.5-14.5%), well integrated

Aging potential

8-12 years total from vintage; will remain stable through 2030 with proper cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2024 to 2028

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Ready to drink but will benefit from short-term aging

Current condition

Well integrated tannins and acidity; mature fruit character developing

Peak drinking window aligns with the bottle being 8-13 years old, when original fruit richness integrates fully with evolved tertiary notes and softened tannins, typical for quality Californian Aglianico from 2015 vintage. Post peak, fruit fades but savory, earthy characters persist with reduced vibrancy.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled or roasted red meats, game (venison, wild boar), mushroom-based dishes, aged cheeses like Pecorino, and hearty Italian tomato sauces. As wine evolves, shifts to complement richer, earthier dishes with truffles or smoked elements.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To allow tannins to soften and aromatic complexity to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 5/10

Likely small-scale, low intervention; no official organic or biodynamic certification known

Limited information available; small producer status suggests artisanal approach but no formal sustainability certifications found.