{"title":"BASILICATA","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Vulture_Basilicata.jpg?v=1778098939\" alt=\"Panoramic landscape of the lush, green slopes of Mount Vulture, an extinct volcano in Basilicata, Italy, home to the high-altitude vineyards of Aglianico del Vulture\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eBasilicata is one of Italy’s most remote and beautiful wine regions, tucked into the \"arch\" of the Italian boot. It is a land of high altitudes, ancient forests, and dramatic volcanic soils. Unlike the scorching heat often associated with Southern Italy, the vineyards here are elevated, meaning the grapes enjoy cool nights and a long, slow ripening season. This unique climate results in wines of incredible freshness, complexity, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe region is famous for a single, noble grape: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eAglianico\u003c\/b\u003e. When grown on the dark, mineral-rich slopes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"106\"\u003eMount Vulture\u003c\/b\u003e—an extinct volcano—it produces \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003eAglianico del Vulture\u003c\/b\u003e. Often called the \"Nebbiolo of the South,\" these wines are deeply coloured and structured, offering a sophisticated mix of dark plum, wild berries, and a signature hint of flinty smoke. While the reds are the stars, Basilicata also produces small amounts of crisp, aromatic whites that thrive in the cool mountain air. For those looking to step off the beaten track, Basilicata offers a powerful and authentic taste of Italy’s volcanic heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/City_of_Matera.jpg?v=1778099063","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/basilicata-wine.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}