 The Campania region holds some of the most productive agricultural land in Italy: certain crops can yield up to four harvests per year. Wine has been in production here since the 13th century and was heavily influenced by the Greeks. Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, and Coda di Volpe are three varietals of Greek origin and represent some of the most important grapes grown in the region. Additionally, Aglianico, the base grape of Campania's only DOCG wine, has not been proven to be of Greek origin, but many believe it is a strong possibility. The last ten years have brought incredible improvements to the area, and modern vinification methods have added degrees of complexity to the wines and improved international recognition. Campania is certainly leading a new trend of Italian wines in small production.
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: Greco
REGION: Campania
COLOR: Pale Yellow
TASTE: One of the oldest vines in Italy, these grapes were originally brought to Campania by the Greeks. This white wine derives a large part of its individual taste from the tuft stone soil that pervades the region. Citrus fruit flavors, born from the large number of lemon orchards in the area, are omnipresent and complemented nicely by the crisp yet long finish. Excellent with scampi, scallops, and pasta dishes containing a variety of shellfish. |
 GRAPE: Falaghina
REGION: Campania
COLOR: Straw Yellow with Green Reflections
TASTE: This refreshing DOC white, obtained exclusively from 10 to 20 year old Falanghina vines, is grown at 1250 feet in altitude and harvested at the end of September. A soft, medium bodied white laced with aromas of wildflowers, quince and peach flavors, concluding with a highly aromatic and persistent finish. Perfect with antipasti, salads, white meats and, especially, seafood based dishes such as crudo, cernia all’aqua pazza and whole baked like Branzino. |
 GRAPE: Fiano
REGION: Campania
COLOR: Straw with Golden Highlights
TASTE: From a single vineyard “Ghirlandaio” in the hills of Avellino, comes one of the most celebrated whites of Southern Italy. Fiano, typically characterized by a very slow maturing process, spends a long time on the vine and has grapes in small bunches that develop an almost amber color. This full bodied new world style wine concentrates layered flavors of cider apples, pears and figs, honey tones and a nutty finish balanced by six months oak aging. A versatile wine-great with seafood, salad, light pastas and white meats. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Aglianico
REGION: Campania
COLOR: RubyRed
TASTE: Ruby colored with orange nuances, this reds bouquet is a thrilling blend of balsamic, walnut husk and morello cherry. A wine of refined flavor with hints of licorice, it accompanies braised meats, stews, meat and vegetable casseroles, game and mature cheeses. |
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White Wine: |
 GRAPE: Greco
REGION: Campania
COLOR: Pale Yellow
TASTE: One of the oldest vines in Italy, these grapes were originally brought to Campania by the Greeks. This white wine derives a large part of its individual taste from the tuft stone soil that pervades the region. Fresh, ample and intense, interlaced with hints of peach, and complemented nicely by the crisp almond infused finish. Excellent with scampi, scallops, grilled whole fish and poultry based dishes. |
 GRAPE: Fiano
REGION: Campania
COLOR: Straw Yellow with Golden Reflections
TASTE: From the region of Campania in the hills of Avellino, comes one of the most celebrated whites of Southern Italy. Fiano, typically characterized by a very slow maturing process, spends a long time on the vine and has grapes in small bunches that develop an almost amber color. This wine concentrates flavors of ripe fruit, honey tones and a persistent hazelnut infused finish balanced by 6 months bottle fining. A versatile wine-great with seafood, salads, light pastas and white meats, as well as aged cheeses. |
Red Wine: |
 GRAPE: Aglianico
REGION: Campania
COLOR: RubyRed
TASTE: Produced in the area surrounding Montemarano, this ruby red wine spends 12 months in French barrique followed by another year fining in the bottle. Dark berry fruit lingers behind a vinous nose, interlaced with hints of licorice, coupled with a harmonious dry taste, which is rightfully tannic and tends to soften and become velvety with age. It is a wine that goes well with poultry, roasted or stewed meats, wild game, grilled sausage and assorted cheese platters. |
 GRAPE: Aglianico
REGION: Campania
COLOR: RubyRed
TASTE: An intense red grown on Montemarano, in the historic production area of Taurasi, created using traditional vinification techniques including 2 years aging in large Slovanian oak and French barrique coupled with 24 months bottle fining. Full bodied; dark berry fruit flavors are complemented by notes of tobacco, black pepper and hints of violets followed by a perfectly balanced, ripe, tannic finish. Accompanies game, red meats & stews, spicy meals as well as mushroom or truffle based dishes. |
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