What kind of wine is Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe?

The Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe is a well-balanced and refined white wine from Campania, made from 100% Fiano grapes grown on the hills of Lapio, in the heart of Irpinia. This area, characterized by volcanic soils and a breezy microclimate, gives the wine freshness, minerality, and distinct aromatics. It is an elegant white wine, combining rich fruit with vibrant acidity, ideal for both young consumption and for those who enjoy discovering how wines evolve over time.

Vintage Details

The 2023 vintage was marked by consistent weather conditions, with a rather mild winter, a balanced spring, and a warm summer interspersed with refreshing rains. These conditions allowed for complete grape ripening, maintaining an excellent balance between sugars and acidity. The result is a Fiano di Avellino 2023 with intense aromas and a balanced taste, featuring a pleasant liveliness that highlights its territorial personality.

Winemaking and Aging

The winemaking for Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe is traditional yet meticulous. After a soft pressing of the grapes, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, preserving the most delicate aromas of the grape variety. The wine continues to age in steel for several months before bottling. This choice, without the use of barriques, aims to enhance the expressive purity of Fiano, its freshness, and its characteristic mineral vein.

Tasting Notes

The Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe stands out for its aromatic complexity and the harmony between freshness and body.

Color

Visually, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with greenish reflections, indicative of its youth and liveliness.

Nose

The bouquet is elegant and complex: aromas of citrus, pear, apple, and white flowers emerge, accompanied by notes of aromatic herbs and a slight mineral nuance. With evolution in the glass, hints of almond and subtly smoky sensations, typical of the best Fiano wines, become apparent.

Palate

On the palate, it is fresh and pleasantly savory, with a full structure and a long, mineral finish. The lively acidity perfectly balances the ripe fruit, delivering a sensation of great cleanliness and persistence. It is a wine that invites the next sip and showcases all the potential of Fiano in its contemporary version.

What dishes to pair with Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe

Thanks to its balance and versatility, the Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe is perfect at the table to accompany seafood dishes and light courses.

• Seafood appetizers, such as fish carpaccios and octopus salads
• Pasta dishes based on crustaceans or seafood
• Baked or grilled fish
• Fresh and goat cheeses

Also excellent as an aperitif, for those seeking an elegant yet uncomplicated white wine.

Storage and Aging: How to store Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe wine

The Fiano di Avellino DOCG 2023 - Rocca del Principe is a wine that performs best in its first few years, when it fully expresses its freshness and aromatic fragrance. However, thanks to its structure and good acidity, it can evolve pleasantly for 2-3 years, developing more complex and slightly toasted-mineral notes.

To store it best, place it in a cool, dark place, with a stable temperature around 12°C, and horizontally if the cork is natural cork. It is advisable to serve it at a temperature of about 10-12°C, to best enhance its structure and the typical aromas of Irpinia Fiano.