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Tenuta del Meriggio: The Essence of Irpinia in the Bottle

Surrounded by Irpinia’s rugged hills and time-honored vineyards, Tenuta del Meriggio is crafting some of the most distinctive wines in the region. Founded in 2010 by Bruno Pizza (pictured with his wife, Nunzia) and supported by their daughter, Emilia, this estate isn’t about chasing trends—it’s about creating wines that truly reflect the land, the climate, and the dedication behind every harvest. With a strong focus … Continue reading Tenuta del Meriggio: The Essence of Irpinia in the Bottle

Rowena Dumlao
South, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Villa Raiano: A Focus on Irpinia’s Native Wines and Distinctive Terroir

Villa Raiano, set amidst the rolling hills of Irpinia in Campania, is a family-owned winery celebrated for its commitment to organic practices and the unique terroir of southern Italy. Surrounded by lush vineyards and chestnut forests, the winery sits atop a scenic hill in San Michele di Serino, offering panoramic views of the Sabato River Valley. Dedicated to producing wines from Campania’s native grapes, Villa … Continue reading Villa Raiano: A Focus on Irpinia’s Native Wines and Distinctive Terroir

Rowena Dumlao
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A Tasting of the Delicious Indigenous Whites of Fonzone Winery in Irpinia

Some people can reroute their lives to what their hearts dictate later in life like in the case of Lorenzo Fonzone Caccese, a surgeon who founded Fonzone Winery in 2005. In the core of Irpinia, he found a piece of land that spans thirty hectares on a hill in the countryside of Paternopoli that stands in the province of Avellino, in the southern Italian region … Continue reading A Tasting of the Delicious Indigenous Whites of Fonzone Winery in Irpinia

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