Greco di Tufo
«The King» among white wines from Campania. Strength, structure and deep into the palate. Full and dry sip. Elegant gait. Great protagonist: steals the show from others.
SANPAOLO - CAMPANIA (Torrioni, Avellino), ITALY
Perched on a volcanic hill surrounded by vineyards and woods, it collects the legacy of a historical area and projects it into the future with a contemporary vision and language. It rises in the capital of Greco di Tufo DOCG in the heart of Irpinia, on a hilly ridge, to the right of the Sabato river. The grapes come from selected plots in the most suitable areas and are grown up to 700 meters above sea level, where the strong temperature range enhances its aroma. The soil is varied between clayey, calcareous, sandy and with ashes from Vesuvius.
Perched on a volcanic hill surrounded by vineyards and woods, it collects the legacy of a historical area and projects it into the future with a contemporary vision and language. It rises in the capital of Greco di Tufo DOCG in the heart of Irpinia, on a hilly ridge, to the right of the Sabato river. The grapes come from selected plots in the most suitable areas and are grown up to 700 meters above sea level, where the strong temperature range enhances its aroma. The soil is varied between clayey, calcareous, sandy and with ashes from Vesuvius.
Alcohol
13,5%
Acid
6g/L
Residual sugar
2.2 g/L
Variety
100% Greco
YIELD PER HECTARE: 60 Q / HA
6 months in steel, 6 months in bottle
One of the smallest DOCGs in Italy, albeit highly productive: the production area includes only 8 municipalities in the province of Avellino. The name of the wine reveals its origins. In the Greek culture it was already recognized as a grape of great value, which was poured “last and only once” in banquets (Pliny the Elder). Difficult to vinify, the bunch is compact and the skin is thin and contains many tannins to tame. The peel contains many catechins and pigments and, despite its delicacy, is very prone to long aging. The harvest is carried out strictly by hand, the grapes placed in small boxes and transported to the cellar, where they are selected during the destemming phase.
YIELD PER HECTARE: 60 Q / HA
6 months in steel, 6 months in bottle
One of the smallest DOCGs in Italy, albeit highly productive: the production area includes only 8 municipalities in the province of Avellino. The name of the wine reveals its origins. In the Greek culture it was already recognized as a grape of great value, which was poured “last and only once” in banquets (Pliny the Elder). Difficult to vinify, the bunch is compact and the skin is thin and contains many tannins to tame. The peel contains many catechins and pigments and, despite its delicacy, is very prone to long aging. The harvest is carried out strictly by hand, the grapes placed in small boxes and transported to the cellar, where they are selected during the destemming phase.
Tasting notes and pairings
Straw color with golden flashes, bright. On the nose, ample initial notes
of peach and medlar, cedar and ginger, are seasoned with elegant notes of
hazelnuts, mint, sage, white pepper, vanilla, chalk and vegetable herbs. On
the palate it is structured, with acidity on display, enthralling, with a tasty
flavor. Balanced and persistent. Ideal for vegetables, delicate first courses,
seafood, white meats and slightly aged cheeses. Ideal pairing: paccheri with
artichokes carbonara.
Prizes
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2024FIS BIBENDA 4 GRAPPOLI
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2023GAMBERO ROSSO 2 BICCHIERI
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2023WINESCRITIC.COM 90 POINTS