2019 I Favati “Pietra Marina Etichetta BIanca” Fiano di Avellino Riserva DOCG

In a world where Burgundy dominates aged whites, this gem from the Apennine hillside of Campania will find its way into the hands of only a few lucky drinkers. Bouquet of honey and flowers. Full bodied, almost creamy in the mouth with excellent acidity. You’ll find us at Cittavino & Co. huddled in the corner, hoarding and savoring every sip as the festivities pass us by.

I Favati winery dates back to the early 1900s, when the family made wine for their own table and for a few close friends. The winery is located today in Cesinale, a town and surrounding hilly area in the heart of Irpinia (east of Naples, in the region of Campania), in the coveted Avellino province. Fiano del Avellino has gained worthy prestige and is a wine capable of long aging. The winery is practicing organic and take a minimal intervention approach to making their wines. No additives save for a small does of sulfur at bottling, makes it an unassuming natural wine. Fresh, wet slate minerality, slightly smoky with notes of lemon peel and pear. Medium body.