Get In the Know: Irpinia Travel, Food & Wine Insights

Here in the mountains of Irpinia, far from the crowds of coastal Campania, lies one of Italy’s most extraordinary wines: Taurasi DOCG . Often called the Barolo of the South because of the similarities between the two wines, Taurasi is bold, elegant, and built to last. Taurasi is made from Aglianico grapes and is full of tannins, acidity, bold red fruit flavors and even tobacco. This a wine that expresses the volcanic soils and quiet strength of its homeland. Tell me more: The

In the rolling hills of Irpinia , in the heart of Campania , grows one of Italy’s most noble and age-worthy grapes: Aglianico. Often called the “Barolo of the South,” (as Aglianico was used for decades to fortify Piemonte wines) Aglianico has deep roots in the volcanic soils of southern Italy and produces wines of remarkable structure, elegance, and longevity. Tell me more: The Origins of Aglianico : Aglianico is among Italy’s oldest grape varieties , believed to have been br

Nestled in the lush, rolling hills of Irpinia lies one of Italy’s best-kept secrets in white wine: Fiano.

Wine tasting in Irpinia is a total unique experience where winemakers and their families welcome guests with home cooked meals and open arms

Meet the incredible winemakers at Casebianche in Cilento - an amazing region in Southern Italy.

Here in Irpinia, the virtually undiscovered region in the heart of Campania in Southern Italy, food and wine traditions are more than...

“You can’t just look to the past, you have to move forward. You have to try new things to bring out the best in the wines.” - Sandro...

Where can you drink some of the best wines you’ve never heard of while munching on some of the region’s most delicious dishes? That’s...

When Daniela and Antonio launched Cantina Giardino over 20+ years ago with a few of their friends, most people thought they were nuts....

Fabio de Beaumont was in law school in 2014 when he decided to continue his family's winemaking traditions after his grandmother stopped...

There's nothing that says "Irpinia" more than sitting down to lunch with family and friends with a beautiful glass of Aglianico wine and...

As it’s been told to me, the grapes that make the wines Irpinia is known for were originally brought to these lands by the Greeks...

With all the rich experiences available in this mostly undiscovered region, there's no end to what you could do in a day or more...

It's official - the 2022 harvest has come to a close in Irpinia. While the previous three years have been stellar here in Irpinia, 2022...

One of the youngest winemakers in Irpinia has a family that has been crafting wines since 1810, with the winery's “officially” founding...

The Authentic Irpinia Wine Club brought to you with Schneider's of Capitol Hill Taste the Terroir We promised you 18 bottles of wine...

The Authentic Irpinia Wine Club brought to you with Schneider's of Capitol Hill The Supply Chain Well, the supply chain has hit our...

I just finished a three week tour of the USA introducing Irpinia wines to more people across the country and the enthusiastic response...

Don’t be surprised when you see a peacock or two strutting past you at Cantina del Barone - it’s a nod to the heritage of the land’s...

Pasquale is a man of patience and determination - there’s no questioning that. I had to wait 5 years to get his wines into the club as he...