The fourteenth edition of the Slow Wine guide was unveiled In Milan last Saturday, cementing its status as an indispensable resource for responsible wine enthusiasts.
The guide holds immense significance in the world of Italian wine, spotlighting producers who, with unwavering passion and dedication, craft wines of exceptional quality while preserving the natural beauty and cultural traditions of their regions.
Distinguished Wineries in Campania
Once again this year, Campania shines brightly, gracing the red carpet at Supestudio Maxi with a remarkable 98 wineries listed and 71 receiving coveted accolades. The distinctiveness of Campania’s wines, characterized by their unique aromatic profiles, is a testament to the region’s foresight in safeguarding and championing over 100 indigenous grape varieties. Over the past two decades, as many regions leaned towards ‘international’ grape varieties, Campania actively discouraged and, in some cases, prohibited their cultivation in favor of indigenous varieties.
In this edition, we proudly present the star wineries, listing them without revealing specific awards or individual labels, inviting readers to savor the pleasure of discovery within the rich pages of the 2024 guide.
It comes as no surprise that the province of Avellino leads the way with an impressive 42 wineries to its name. Irpinia, a land of unparalleled viticultural potential and the birthplace of three of Campania’s four DOCGs (Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, and Fiano d’Avellino), stands as a national production flagship, with its exceptional wines celebrated globally. The other provinces in Campania also perform admirably, contributing to an exhilarating list for aficionados of good, clean, and fair wine.
Welcoming Eleven New Entrants
This year shoacases eleven new additions to the guide. Of particular note is the inclusion of Alois and Il Verro, two remarkable wineries in Upper Campania. This development coincides with the departure of Terre del Principe, a pioneering force in the rediscovery and promotion of indigenous Casavecchia and Pallagrello varieties, bidding farewell after two decades of admirable contributions—a bittersweet moment for many.
Also deserving recognition goes to the tiny yet impactful 2Vite, a virtuous project led by Professor Giancarlo Moschetti and oenologist Vincenzo Mercurio. They have pioneered the ME.MO method, an approach dedicated to enhancing the environmental quality of vineyards by bolstering biodiversity—a significant milestone for sustainable winemaking.
Honoring Outstanding Cellar Hospitality
Our journey concludes with the Special Award for Cellar Hospitality, bestowed upon Cristina Varchetta of Cantine Astroni. Nestled along the slopes of one of the Campi Flegrei’s largest craters, that recently gained increased attention due to the intensification of the bradyseism phenomenon, this winery has garnered national acclaim for its outstanding Wellcome and Tours Program.
Campania Slow continues to stand tall, voicing excellence and virtue in the name of sustainability. Mark your calendars for the third edition of the Slow Wine Fair, taking place at BolognaFiere from February 25 to 27, 2024—an unmissable event for enthusiasts of good, clean, and fair wine from Campania and beyond.
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