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The family is Inexhaustible drive and passion How can one generation In 1996, Mastroberardino was The estates are all located in largely responsible for the revival for his homeland fueled adequately honor its predecessor, selected by the Italian , covering three DOCG and elevation of the native Antonio Mastroberardino’s when the legacy is so great? For government to lead the production areas: di grapes and winemaking career, allowing Piero, Antonio’s son, the challenge ambitious Villa dei Misteri (or Tufo, di , him to survive the socio- was to realize his father’s dream Villa of Mysteries) project, . Neighboring the traditions of ’s remote economic and environmental more fully than Antonio could Irpinian region, following WWII. with the goal of recreating the Mediterranean, Irpinia is adversity he faced following have: to preserve and catalogue wines of the ancient city of bordered by the Apennine Focusing locally, Mastroberardino WWII. Re-building from the the traditional of a pre- has had a profound impact on ruins, he began a war Irpinia. Piero spearheaded using the same grape Mountains foothills, making it varieties and viticultural a pre-Alpine region. Situated Italian and international viticulture comprehensive restoration the Stilèma Project, with the aim project for the winery and of producing wines as close as techniques of the period. 300-600m a.s.l., Irpinia is and continues to be a beacon of Through DNA testing, and protected from rain and frost innovation and preservation, vineyards, choosing to plant possible to those his forefathers only native Campanian varieties. made. In continuing his father’s uncovered frescoes and by the mountains; its among the wine world and His local focus ignited a legacy, Piero has forged a new architectural sites, the family elevation protects against beyond. Today the family resurgence in quality wine path for himself and for has replanted vineyards using humidity of the lower valleys continues this legacy, production throughout Mastroberardino, to the delight of the same grapes and and rivers. spearheading numerous research Southern , resuscitating future generations. His father techniques that were used by and revival efforts of bygone would-be extinct grapes into would be proud. the Ancient Romans. Italian viticulture. world class varieties.

1 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Late-ripening, has naturally very high acidity and tannins, which Naturalis Historia Taurasi DOCG allow for long-aging. Wines are powerful, structured and mineral-driven. APPELLATION // Most notable wines are produced in the Taurasi DOCG Taurasi appellation, where Aglianico The Taurasi DOCG in Irpinia is dedicated thrives in its volcanic soils. Wines require primarily to Aglianico. Wines must include a min. of 85%, when blended with other 85% of the grape to achieve the native . designation. Neighboring the DID YOU KNOW? Mediterranean, Irpinia is bordered by the // Apennine Mountain foothills, making this a The Mirabella Eclano estate is the pre-Alpine region. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., Named after ’s winery’s main estate, in the heart of the Irpinia is protected from rain and frost by magnum opus, “Naturalis Taurasi DOCG area. The epicenter of the mountains and its elevation protects Historia,” this wine is the Aglianico production, research and against humidity found in the lower valleys ultimate expression of the rich, experimentation, this estate is spread and rivers. volcanic Irpinian terroir. over several hills with different exposures and is dedicated to the production of red grapes on slopes with soils containing ABOUT THE WINERY // sandy loam, with traces of limestone, The Mastroberardino family is largely Sourced from a single vineyard, clay and some volcanic matter. Mirabella Eclano, which is known responsible for the revival and elevation of for its high-quality, old vine the native grapes and winemaking Aglianico plantings. WINEMAKING & AGING // traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian Manual . Fermentation in region, following WWII. The efforts and stainless steel, followed by a long successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s Naturalis Historia Taurasi has an period at controlled work ignited a resurgence in quality red and temperature in stainless steel tanks. white wine production in all of Southern aging potential of 50 years or Aged for 24 months in French more. Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, barriques, followed by a minimum of 30 continues the legacy, spearheading months refinement in bottle. Complex, numerous research and revival efforts of full, intense and persistent, the bouquet bygone Italian viticulture. offers aromas of violets, black currant, blackberry, strawberry, black cherry, vanilla, and chocolate. 2 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Late-ripening, Aglianico has naturally very high acidity and tannins, which Radici Taurasi Riserva DOCG allow for long-aging. Wines are powerful, structured and mineral-driven. APPELLATION // Most notable wines are produced in the Taurasi DOCG Taurasi appellation, where Aglianico The Taurasi DOCG in Irpinia is dedicated thrives in its volcanic soils. Wines require primarily to Aglianico. Wines must include a min. of 85%, when blended with other 85% of the grape to achieve the native varietals. designation. Neighboring the DID YOU KNOW? Mediterranean, Irpinia is bordered by the RADICI // Apennine Mountain foothills, making this a Radici Taurasi Riserva, first produced in pre-Alpine region. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., 1986, is the result of extensive physical In 1968, Antonio bottled three Irpinia is protected from rain and frost by and chemical research within their Taurasi Riserva wines, which single vineyard estate. the mountains and its elevation protects were labeled with specific areas Selecting the best sites for their Riserva against humidity found in the lower valleys within Taurasi, from which the production, the wine's strong, dense and rivers. grapes were harvested. This structure and aromatic concentration concept of site-specific are evident characteristics of this 20- ABOUT THE WINERY // designation was barely year-old vineyard. Radici, which The Mastroberardino family is largely established anywhere in Italy at translates as “roots,” refers to the family's research in clonal selection, responsible for the revival and elevation of the time. While the family no rootstocks, and site selection. the native grapes and winemaking longer bottles these three cru traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian wines, Antonio's foresight and WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and innovation, and the work he did successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s to preserve the native grapes of Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless steel, followed by a long work ignited a resurgence in quality red and his region, brought attention and maceration period at controlled white wine production in all of Southern prestige to Campanian wines that temperature in stainless steel tanks. Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, arguably set off a quality Aged for 30 months in French oak continues the legacy, spearheading winemaking revolution in barriques and Slavonian casks, followed numerous research and revival efforts of . by a minimum of 36 months refinement bygone Italian viticulture. in bottle.

3 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Late-ripening, Aglianico has naturally very high acidity and tannins, which Radici Taurasi DOCG allow for long-aging. Wines are powerful, structured and mineral-driven. APPELLATION // Most notable wines are produced in the Taurasi DOCG Taurasi appellation, where Aglianico Grapes are sourced from two estate thrives in its volcanic soils. Wines require vineyards, Montemarano and Mirabella a min. of 85%, when blended with other Eclano, within the Taurasi DOCG of Irpinia. native varietals. Neighboring the Mediterranean, Irpinia is DID YOU KNOW? bordered by the Apennine Mountain RADICI // foothills, making this a pre-Alpine region. Radici Taurasi is Mastroberardino's Situated 300-600m a.s.l., Irpinia is protected In 1968, Antonio bottled three flagship wine. Although first released in 1928, the wine became known as from rain and frost by the mountains and its Taurasi Riserva wines, which Radici, which translates as “roots,” in elevation protects against humidity found in were labeled with specific areas 1986. This classic red is the result of the lower valleys and rivers. within Taurasi, from which the painstaking research into Aglianico grapes were harvested. This clonal selection, rootstocks, and site concept of site-specific selection of this region’s unique volcanic ABOUT THE WINERY // designation was barely terroir and topography. A brilliant The Mastroberardino family is largely established anywhere in Italy at example of the powerful structure and elegance of this noble grape. responsible for the revival and elevation of the time. While the family no the native grapes and winemaking longer bottles these three cru WINEMAKING & AGING // traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian wines, Antonio's foresight and region, following WWII. The efforts and Manual harvest. Fermentation in innovation, and the work he did successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s to preserve the native grapes of stainless steel, followed by a long maceration period at controlled work ignited a resurgence in quality red and his region, brought attention and temperature in stainless steel tanks. white wine production in all of Southern prestige to Campanian wines that Aged for 24 months in French oak Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, arguably set off a quality barriques and Slavonian casks, followed continues the legacy, spearheading winemaking revolution in by a minimum of 24 months refinement numerous research and revival efforts of Southern Italy. in bottle. Radici Taurasi has an aging bygone Italian viticulture. potential of 50 years or more.

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Villa dei Misteri Rosso Pempeiano IGT BLEND// PHILOSOPHY // The first 10 of Villa dei Misteri “[Villa dei Misteri] is our small tribute to a consisted of 90% and 10% site that belongs to the world. Here the Sciascinoso in the blend. Starting from cultivation of the vine was born and here, the 2011 , Aglianico was after two thousand years, we are proposing introduced, for a new composition of the wine of Pompeii” roughly: – Antonio Mastroberardino DID YOU KNOW? 40% Aglianico 40% Piedirosso 20% Sciascinoso In 2001, the first vintage was REHABILIATATION // released, with a total of 1,721 In 1996, Mastroberardino was selected by the WINEMAKING & AGING // Italian government to lead the ambitious Villa bottles that were all placed for Hand harvested in October, grapes are dei Misteri (or Villa of Mysteries) project, with auction. fermented in stainless steel and undergo a the goal to recreate the wines of the ancient city long maceration at a controlled temperature. The wine is aged for 12 months in barriques of Pompeii using the same grape varieties and Proceeds were used to support and five years in bottle. viticultural techniques of the period. Working the rehabilitation of the Foro with the Archaeological Superintendent of Bario wine cellar, one of the most Pompeii, through DNA testing and uncovered frescoes, and architectural sites, the impressive archaeological sites in ABOUT THE WINERY // Mastroberardino family has replanted vineyards Pompeii. The Mastroberardino family is largely responsible using the same grapes and techniques as used for the revival and elevation of the native grapes by the Ancient Romans, before the eruption of and winemaking traditions of Campania’s remote Vesuvius in 79 B.C. Irpinian region, following WWII. The efforts and successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s work Vineyards were reconstructed inside the ruins of ignited a resurgence in quality red and white wine the ancient city, Villa dei Misteri. production in all of Southern Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, continues the legacy, spearheading numerous research and revival efforts of bygone Italian viticulture. 5 RESEARCH: VILLA DEI MISTERI APPELLATION Rosso Pompeiano IGT “[Villa dei Misteri] is our small tribute to a site that belongs to the world. Here the cultivation of the vine was born and here, after two thousand years, we are COMPOSITION The first 10 vintages of Villa dei Misteri proposing the wine of Pompeii” – Antonio Mastroberardino consisted of 90% Piedirosso and 10% Sciascinoso in the blend.

THE REHABILITATION OF POMPEII WINEMAKING Starting from the 2011 vintage, Aglianico was introduced, for a new composition of roughly: In 1996, Mastroberardino was selected by the Italian government to lead the ambitious Villa dei Misteri • 40% Aglianico (or Villa of Mysteries) project, with the goal to recreate the wines of the ancient city of Pompeii using • 40% Piedirosso the same grape varieties and viticultural techniques of the period. Working with the Archaeological • 20% Sciascinoso Superintendent of Pompeii, through DNA testing and uncovered frescoes, and architectural sites, the Mastroberardino family has replanted vineyards using the same grapes and techniques as used by the WINEMAKING Ancient Romans, before the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 B.C. Hand harvested in October, grapes are fermented in stainless steel and undergo a long Vineyards were reconstructed inside the ruins of the ancient city, Villa dei Misteri, and were planted maceration at a controlled temperature. The with Piedirosso, Aglianico and Sciascinoso varietals. wine is aged for 12 months in barriques and five years in bottle.

In 2001, the first vintage was released, with a total of 1,721 bottles that were all placed for auction.

Proceeds were used to support the rehabilitation of the Foro Bario wine cellar, one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Pompeii.

Uncovered fresco at the Villa dei Misteri site 6 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Late-ripening, Aglianico has naturally very high acidity and tannins, which Re di More Irpinia Aglianico DOC allow for long-aging. Wines are powerful, structured and mineral-driven. APPELLATION // Particularly well-suited to volcanic soils, Irpinia Aglianico DOC which helps to develop more structure, Grapes are sourced from the Mirabella tannins and acidity, than when grown in Eclano estate vineyard in Irpinia. clay or sandy soils. Neighboring the Mediterranean, Irpinia is bordered by the Apennine Mountain foothills, making this a pre-Alpine region. DID YOU KNOW? Situated 300-600m a.s.l., Irpinia is protected MIRABELLA ECLANO// from rain and frost by the mountains and its The Mirabella Eclano estate is the winery’s elevation protects against humidity found in Aged for 1 year, this is a youthful main estate, in the heart of the Taurasi the lower valleys and rivers. The climate and expression of Aglianico. The DOCG area. The epicenter of Aglianico qualities of the native grapes allow for production, research and naturally late harvests in October and name Re di More, meaning 'King November, to the happiness of grape experimentation, this estate is spread over of Blackberries," refers to the growers and winemakers. profile of this grape when vinified several hills with different exposures and into a young wine. Two biotypes is dedicated to the production of red ABOUT THE WINERY // of Aglianico are selected for this grapes on slopes with soils containing The Mastroberardino family is largely bottling, grown on ungrafted, sandy loam, with traces of limestone, clay and some volcanic matter. responsible for the revival and elevation of 100-year-old vineyards within the native grapes and winemaking the Mirabella Eclano estate. traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s steel, followed by a long maceration period work ignited a resurgence in quality red and at controlled temperature in stainless steel white wine production in all of Southern tanks. Aged for 12 months in French oak Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, barriques, followed 6 months refinement in continues the legacy, spearheading bottle. A complex and enveloping bouquet numerous research and revival efforts of offers aromas of red fruits, particularly bygone Italian viticulture. strawberry and raspberry, and spices such as vanilla, tobacco, cocoa, and coffee. 7 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // The Fiano grape originates from the town of Avellino, where the variety produces its Radici Fiano di Avellino DOCG most mineral-driven wines with long APPELLATION // aging potential. Generally, wines tend to Fiano di Avellino DOCG be rich and aromatic, with high levels of Irpinia, the mountainous district around acidity and often a waxy texture. Aromas the town of Avellino, is particularly suited and palate includes melon, orchard fruits for the production of Fiano, for its rugged, and hazelnuts. volcanic hills and extreme temperature In antiquity, Fiano was known as apiana, shifts. The attributes help develop the DID YOU KNOW? as its sweet berries were attractive to aromas and richness of the grapes. bees. Vines were traditionally found near Bordered by the Apennine Mountain hazelnut orchards, which has seemingly foothills, Irpinia is a pre-Alpine region. Once a nearly forgotten influenced the grape's flavor profile. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., the region is of ancient Irpinia, the protected from rain and frost by the mountains and its elevation protects Mastroberardino family has against humidity found in the lower revived the Fiano grape into a Santo Stefano del Sole vineyard is a valleys and rivers. world-class white wine. Careful reference point for Fiano di Avellino production and dedicated to this variety site selection from one of their only. Deep, sandy loam soils are rich in ABOUT THE WINERY // estate vineyards ensures a mineral elements and sit at a high The Mastroberardino family is largely powerful, full white wine. elevation – 550ml a.s.l. – which aids in responsible for the revival and elevation of the development of acidity and the native grapes and winemaking minerality in the wine. The branch depicted on the label traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian region, following WWII. The efforts and is from a painting by Micozzi, WINEMAKING & AGING // successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s featured on the vaults of Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless work ignited a resurgence in quality red and Mastroberardino's historic cellar. steel, followed by a long maceration period at white wine production in all of Southern controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, Aged in bottle for 3-4 months prior to release. Aromas including hints of pear, pineapple, continues the legacy, spearheading acacia, hazelnuts, and citrus fruits, with some numerous research and revival efforts of hawthorn and floral notes. Balanced acidity bygone Italian viticulture. and soft on the palate, with white peach and grapefruit leading to dried fruits. 8 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // The most prestigious Greco clone hails from the town of Tufo in Avellino, NovaSerra Greco di Tufo DOCG where the grape thrives. Wines from APPELLATION // this region often have the ability to Greco di Tufo DOCG age. Greco-based wines have medium The small village of Tufo in the province of to full-bodies with high acidity. Notes Avellino takes its name from tuff, the soft, and palate of citrus, white fruit and volcanic rock that makes up the subsoil of stone fruit, herbs and in the best the region. This composition imparts examples, minerality. minerality to the grapes. Bordered by the DID YOU KNOW? Apennine Mountain foothills, Irpinia is a pre- Alpine region. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., the The Montefusco vineyard is dedicated solely region is protected from rain and frost by The ancient Greco Bianco grape, of to the production of Nova Serra Greco di Tufo. the mountains and its elevation protects which Greco is a clone, was brought to Soils are composed of clay-ey and calcareous against humidity found in the lower valleys the dai Pelagi in materials, with traces of volcanic ash. The and rivers. Campania, from Thessaly in Greece, in vineyard sit at a high elevation – 550ml a.s.l. the first century BC. – which aids in the development of acidity and minerality in the wine. A storied variety, the grape was ABOUT THE WINERY // referenced in many ancient works, “NovaSerra” translates to “slope of the hill.” ‘Nouva,’ meaning ‘New’ and ‘Serra,’ and The Mastroberardino family is largely including Pliny the Elder’s Naturalis alternative name for ‘Hill.’ responsible for the revival and elevation of Historia, where he cited the grape as the native grapes and winemaking so precious, it can be “poured only traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian once” during banquets. WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s Featured on the label is a steel, followed by a long maceration period work ignited a resurgence in quality red and reproduction of a Raffaele De Rosa at controlled temperature in stainless steel white wine production in all of Southern tanks. Aged in bottle for 3-4 months prior to painting, which is also on the vaults of Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, Mastroberardino's historic cellar. release. Aromas of apricot, pear, apple, peach, citrus fruits, and green almonds are continues the legacy, spearheading followed by subtle notes of sage and numerous research and revival efforts of minerals. Bright acidity carries ripe fruit bygone Italian viticulture. flavors across the palate.

9 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Piedirosso (trans. red feet) is the second most-planted red Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Rosso DOC variety in Campania APPELLATION // after Aglianico. It is used for the Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio DOC production of Lacryma Christi del Located in the DOC of Vesuvio, the vineyards Vesuvio wines, where it must sit below Mt. Vesuvius, who, through its make up 50% of the blend. Often destruction, has nourished the land with blended with Aglianico to provide mineral-rich volcanic ash and lapilli, small softness, Piedirosso wines tend to rock fragments that are spewed out of DID YOU KNOW? be full-bodied with soft tannins. erupting volcanos. The ventilating winds of the nearby Tyrrhenian Sea promotes a healthy climate for the region's native Legend has it that God cried HISTORY grapes, Piedirosso and Coda di Volpe. when he found a corner of Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio, made famous by the Ancient Romans, owes its The Vesuvio DOC area is characterized by heaven, above the gulf of , fame and name to the monks who, as volcanic, loose soils, very rich in minerals stolen by Lucifer. Where his far back as the Middle Ages, used to and well-draining. divine tears fell, the vines of produce the free-run juice from the grapes harvested in vineyards in the Lacryma Christi were born. Vesuvius area. ABOUT THE WINERY // The Mastroberardino family is largely The history of the vines is as responsible for the revival and elevation of colorful as its legend; having the native grapes and winemaking been produced since the ancient traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Roman times. It was the monks Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s who popularized the wine in the steel at controlled temperatures. Aged in work ignited a resurgence in quality red and Middle Ages and gave it its name. bottle for one month prior to release. white wine production in all of Southern Aromas of cherries, plums, raspberries, and black pepper. Refined, light tannins and Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, bright acidity make this a lifting, fruity wine. continues the legacy, spearheading numerous research and revival efforts of bygone Italian viticulture.

10 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Dating back to the 16th Century, Coda di Volpe’s name was given in Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Bianco reference to the variety's long, APPELLATION // DOC pendulous grape bunch, resembling Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio DOC a fox tail. Located in the DOC of Vesuvio, the vineyards sit below Mt. Vesuvius, who, through its It produces high-quality wines that destruction, has nourished the land with can be made in either a mineral, lean mineral-rich volcanic ash and lapilli, small style, with citrus fruit and sweet rock fragments that are spewed out of DID YOU KNOW? spice, or as a fat, creamy wine, rich erupting volcanos. The ventilating winds of in honey and ripe citrus notes. the nearby Tyrrhenian Sea promotes a healthy climate for the region's native Legend has it that God cried HISTORY grapes, Piedirosso and Coda di Volpe. when he found a corner of Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio, historically made famous by the Ancient Romans, The Vesuvio DOC area is characterized by heaven, above the , owes its fame and name to the monks volcanic, loose soils, very rich in minerals stolen by Lucifer. Where his who, as far back as the Middle Ages, and well-draining. divine tears fell, the vines of used to produce the free-run juice from the grapes harvested in vineyards in the Lacryma Christi were born. Vesuvius area. The best growing area ABOUT THE WINERY // for the variety, Coda di Volpe The Mastroberardino family is largely The history of the vines is as develops higher acidity here, than when responsible for the revival and elevation of colorful as its legend; having grown elsewhere. the native grapes and winemaking been produced since the ancient traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Roman times. It was the monks Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s who popularized the wine in the steel at controlled temperatures. Aged in work ignited a resurgence in quality red and Middle Ages and gave it its name. bottle for one month prior to release. white wine production in all of Southern Aromas of pear, apple and citrus, with notes of white peach and licorice. Smooth, with Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, moderate acidity and body make this a well- continues the legacy, spearheading structured, food-friendly wine. numerous research and revival efforts of bygone Italian viticulture.

11 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // This is a Rosé that can age! Produced Lacrimarosa Irpinia Rosato DOC from the Aglianico variety, which has APPELLATION // naturally high acidity and tannins that Irpinia Rosato DOC allow for a long life –upwards of 30 Neighboring the Mediterranean, Irpinia years. Wines from this variety are is bordered by the Apennine Mountain powerful, structured and mineral- foothills, making this a pre-Alpine driven, but when vinified without the region. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., Irpinia skins, they offer freshness, intense is protected from rain and frost by the DID YOU KNOW? aromatics and high acidity. mountains and it's elevation protects against humidity found in the lower valleys and rivers. ESTATE FRUIT Lacrimarosa, meaning ‘pink Grapes are sourced from the Lapìo (11 ha) and (3 ha) tears,’ is named from the method estate vineyards, which are of production, whereby Aglianico characterized by calcareous grapes are gently pressed, limestone and clay-loam soils. Specific Aglianico vines are planted ABOUT THE WINERY // imparting a slight pink color and here, for their ability to produce a The Mastroberardino family is largely light, aromatic profile to the Rosé that is delicate and fresh. responsible for the revival and elevation of wine. the native grapes and winemaking traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian region, following WWII. The efforts and WINEMAKING & AGING // successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless work ignited a resurgence in quality red and steel at controlled temperatures. Aged in white wine production in all of Southern bottle for one month prior to release. Fruit Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, forward, with a delicate bouquet of white continues the legacy, spearheading peaches, honey, strawberries, raspberries, numerous research and revival efforts of peonies, and red currants. bygone Italian viticulture.

12 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Late-ripening, Aglianico has naturally very high acidity and APPELLATION // Aglianico Irpinia DOC tannins, which allow for long-aging. Irpinia Aglianico DOC Wines are powerful, structured and Neighboring the Mediterranean, Irpinia mineral-driven. Particularly well- is bordered by the Apennine Mountain suited to volcanic soils, which helps foothills, making this a pre-Alpine to develop more structure, tannins region. Situated 300-600m a.s.l., Irpinia and acidity, than when grown in clay is protected from rain and frost by the or sandy soils. mountains and its elevation protects DID YOU KNOW? against humidity found in the lower RESTORATION valleys and rivers. The powerful, age worthy Aglianico This Aglianico is produced from estates The main red grape of grape, native to Campania, has been found mainly on clayey soils with South- Campania and neighboring produced into wine since Ancient East-facing exposures and at an average Roman times. However, the grape fell 400m as.l. Basilicata, Aglianico’s origins are into near extinction until the late ancient and disputed. Most 1940's, when the Mastroberardino popular theory dates the family begin a comprehensive ABOUT THE WINERY // restoration project at their estate in introduction of the grape by The Mastroberardino family is largely Greek settlers in the 6c – 7c B.C. Irpinia. Careful site selection and clonal propagation has led to the production responsible for the revival and elevation of of some Italy's finest red wines. the native grapes and winemaking traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian region, following WWII. The efforts and WINEMAKING & AGING // successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s Manual harvest at the end of October, early work ignited a resurgence in quality red and November. Fermentation in stainless steel at white wine production in all of Southern controlled temperatures. Aged in barrel for Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, 10 months, followed by an additional 6 continues the legacy, spearheading months refinement in bottle. Intense aromas numerous research and revival efforts of of black cherry, wild blackberry, violet and spices. Elegant and soft on the palate, with bygone Italian viticulture. notes of berries and strawberry jam.

13 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // The most prestigious Greco clone hails from the town of Tufo in APPELLATION // Greco di Tufo DOCG Avellino, where the grape thrives. Greco di Tufo DOCG Wines from this region often have The small village of Tufo in the province the ability to age. Greco-based wines of Avellino takes its name from tuff, the have medium to full-bodies with high soft, volcanic rock that makes up the acidity. Notes and palate of citrus, subsoil of the region. This composition white fruit and stone fruit, herbs and imparts minerality to the grapes. in the best Bordered by the Apennine Mountain foothills, Irpinia is a pre-Alpine region. DID YOU KNOW? Situated 300-600m a.s.l., the region is ESTATE FRUIT protected from rain and frost by the Produced from the Tufo and Petruro mountains and it's elevation protects The ancient Greco Bianco grape, Irpino estates, found on a against humidity found in the lower of which Greco is a clone, was predominantly clayey-calcareous soil. valleys and rivers. The Tufo village was one of brought to the province of the most important mining centers of Avellino dai Pelagi in Campania, Southern Italy for the extraction of from Thessaly in Greece, in the Sulphur. This element still makes itself ABOUT THE WINERY // evident in the aromatic and taste profile first century BC. of the wines, which are marked b The Mastroberardino family is largely acidity and sulfuric minerality. responsible for the revival and elevation of A storied variety, the grape was the native grapes and winemaking referenced in many ancient traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian region, following WWII. The efforts and works, including Pliny the WINEMAKING & AGING // successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s Elder’s Naturalis Historia, where Manual harvest and vinified in stainless steel work ignited a resurgence in quality red and he cited the grape as so to preserve its ripe fruit flavors. Complex white wine production in all of Southern precious, it can be “poured only aromas of citrus fruits, peach, pineapple, Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, apricot and lime. Structured and elegant on continues the legacy, spearheading once” during banquets. the palate, with lovely minerality. numerous research and revival efforts of bygone Italian viticulture.

14 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // The Fiano grape originates from the APPELLATION // Fiano di Avellino DOCG town of Avellino, where the variety Fiano di Avellino DOCG produces its most mineral-driven wines Irpinia, the mountainous district around with long aging potential. Generally, the town of Avellino, is particularly wines tend to be rich and aromatic, with suited for the production of Fiano, for its high levels of acidity and often a waxy rugged, volcanic hills and extreme texture. Aromas and palate includes temperature shifts. The attributes help melon, orchard fruits and hazelnuts. develop the aromas and richness of the DID YOU KNOW? grapes. Bordered by the Apennine Mountain foothills, Irpinia is a pre-Alpine region. In antiquity, Fiano was known as ESTATE FRUIT Situated 300-600m a.s.l., the region is apiana, as its sweet berries Produced from the (5 ha) protected from rain and frost by the were attractive to bees. Vines and (10 ha) estate mountains and it's elevation protects vineyards. The former is characterized against humidity found in the lower were traditionally found near by clayey soil; the by latter sandy and valleys and rivers. hazelnut orchards, which has volcanic soil. Both vineyards are seemingly influenced the dedicated to the planting of Fiano di Avellino DOCG. ABOUT THE WINERY // grape's flavor profile. The Mastroberardino family is largely responsible for the revival and elevation of the native grapes and winemaking traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s steel at controlled temperatures. Aged in work ignited a resurgence in quality red and bottle for one month prior to release. This is white wine production in all of Southern a delicate wine, with hints of fresh fruit, almond, hazelnut, citrus fruits, herbs, white Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, flowers, and dried flowers. On the palate, continues the legacy, spearheading this is a full-bodied wine with light fruit and numerous research and revival efforts of floral notes. bygone Italian viticulture.

15 MASTROBERARDINO GRAPE VARIETY // Falanghina is the signature grape of APPELLATION // Falanghina del Sannio DOC the Sannio DOC. This indigenous grape Falanghina del Sannio DOC is known for its fresh, mineral, Irpinia, the mountainous district around perfume-y and fruit-forward flavor the town of Avellino, is particularly profile, though it can be made in many suited for the production of Fiano, for its different styles, including sparkling and rugged, volcanic hills and extreme passito. The name probably comes temperature shifts. The attributes help from the Latin falangae, referring to develop the aromas and richness of the DID YOU KNOW? poles that were traditionally used to grapes. support the vine's canopy. Bordered by the Apennine Mountain foothills, Irpinia is a pre-Alpine region. Falanghina is thought to have ESTATE FRUIT Situated 300-600m a.s.l., the region is been used to produce Falernian, Harvested from the South-Eastern protected from rain and frost by the Italy’s best-known wine during facing Apice estate, on volcanic, mountains and its elevation protects mineral-rich, sandy-loam soils. Acquired against humidity found in the lower the Roman period. Wines were by the family in 2008, the estate is valleys and rivers. produced in dry and sweet located in the heart of the Falanghina styles and were high in alcohol. del Sannio production area. Portions of the estate are dedicated to ABOUT THE WINERY // experimental plantings. The Mastroberardino family is largely responsible for the revival and elevation of the native grapes and winemaking traditions of Campania’s remote Irpinian WINEMAKING & AGING // region, following WWII. The efforts and Manual harvest. Fermentation in stainless successes of Antonio Mastroberardino’s steel at controlled temperatures. Aged in work ignited a resurgence in quality red and bottle for one month prior to release. white wine production in all of Southern Aromas of ripe pineapple, citrus fruits and white flowers. Notes of honeysuckle and Italy. His son and current owner, Piero, toasted almond on the palate are lifted by continues the legacy, spearheading lively acidity. numerous research and revival efforts of bygone Italian viticulture.

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