Fiano di Avellino DOCG (2023) - Feudi di San Gregorio
In the heart of Irpinia, where the hills are interwoven with history, stands the Feudi di San Gregorio winery, keeper of a fascinating past and a promising future. Here, Fiano di Avellino DOCG is not just a wine, but a symbol of rebirth. Legend has it that Fiano was already prized by the ancient Romans, so much so that Pliny the Elder mentioned it in his writings. It was only in the 80s, however, that the Feudi di San Gregorio winery decided to rediscover this native grape variety and bring out its best, helping to return it to international prominence.
Fiano di Avellino DOCG (2023) - Feudi di San Gregorio
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Italy, Campania, Irpinia
Appellation: Fiano di Avellino DOCG
Grape variety: Fiano
Vintage: 2023
Winery: Feudi di San Gregorio
Alcohol: 13
The appellation: Fiano di Avellino DOCG
The Fiano di Avellino DOCG is one of the most prestigious white wines in Italy, a symbol of the winemaking excellence of Campania. Produced exclusively from Fiano grapes grown in the hills of Irpinia, this appellation, recognised as DOCG in 2003, is the finest expression of the bond between variety, land and tradition.
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Who makes it: Feudi di San Gregorio
Founded in 1986, Feudi di San Gregorio is one of the best-known wineries in Campania, a leading force in championing the native grape varieties of Irpinia. Thanks to a mix of tradition and innovation, the winery has redefined the idea of Campanian wine, taking iconic labels to international level. Feudi di San Gregorio’s production philosophy is based on respect for the terroir and on experimentation. The estate works with a sustainable approach, adopting modern winemaking techniques to bring out the typicity of the region’s historic grape varieties.
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Fiano
Fiano is a native white grape variety of southern Italy, known for its ability to produce elegant, fresh wines of extraordinary longevity. Native to Campania, it is the star of some of the region's most prestigious appellations, such as Fiano di Avellino DOCG. Thanks to its versatility, Fiano is grown in other Italian regions too, where it continues to stand out for its refined character and its marked expression of place.
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Irpinia
Irpinia, set in the heart of Campania, is one of the most fascinating wine regions in Italy, known for its unique combination of tradition, terroir and native grape varieties. This hilly area, which extends across the province of Avellino, is characterised by volcanic soils, a cool climate and high altitudes, which provide ideal conditions for producing high-quality wines, including some of the most renowned Italian whites and reds.
Find out more about IrpiniaClimate: Mediterranean
Altitude: Mid Altitude (500-800 m above sea level)
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Hilly
Profile of Fiano di Avellino DOCG
Primary aromas: White flowers, pear, citrus
Secondary aromas: Fresh almond, honey
Tertiary aromas: Aromatic herbs, flint
Tasting notes: On the nose, delicate floral and fruity notes stand out. On the palate it is fresh, mineral and harmonious, with good persistence and a clean, citrussy finish.
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Fresh |
| Acidity | High |
| Tannin | No |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Media |
| Colour | Straw yellow with pale green highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Light |
Winemaking methods used for Fiano di Avellino DOCG
Hand harvesting
Hand harvesting is a traditional, painstaking approach to picking, where bunches are selected and cut by hand straight from the vine. Compared with machine harvesting it allows far closer attention to quality, since only the best bunches are chosen and the fruit is not damaged.
Find out moreSoft pressing
Soft pressing is a gentle winemaking technique, used to extract the must from the grapes with the least possible pressure. This method makes it possible to obtain a high-quality must, free of excessive phenolic or tannic substances, ideal for producing elegant white, rosé and red wines.
Find out moreTemperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.
Find out moreStatic settling
Static settling is a natural clarification technique used mainly in the making of white and rosé wines, but sometimes for red wines too, to separate the solid particles suspended in the must or wine without the use of chemical agents or mechanical filtration.
Find out moreAlcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts
Fermentation with selected yeasts is a winemaking technique that uses specific yeast strains chosen to start and control alcoholic fermentation. This practice ensures a stable and predictable fermentation, allowing producers to obtain wines with well-defined aromatic and flavour profiles.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Fiano di Avellino DOCG
In bottle
Ageing in bottle is a fundamental stage in the production of quality wines, during which the wine continues to develop in an oxygen-free environment. This process allows the wine to harmonise its components, soften the tannins and develop more complex, mature aromas, without the external influence of wood or other materials.Ageing in bottle can last from a few months to several years, depending on the type of wine and the style sought, and is particularly used for structured red wines, long-lived whites and metodo classico sparkling wines, improving their elegance, finesse and length on the palate.
Find out moreIn stainless steel (1–6 months)
Ageing in stainless steel for 1 to 6 months is a winemaking practice widely used for young, fresh, varietal wines, aimed at preserving the aromatic fragrance and gustatory integrity of the wine immediately after fermentation. This choice allows the wine to be stabilised, to settle naturally and to be ready for drinking within a few months, retaining vitality, tension and precision.
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