COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Fiano
PRODUCER
Colli di Lapio (Clelia Romano)
REGION
Campania
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Colli di Lapio is a highly respected estate in Campania, Italy, founded by Clelia Romano in 1994. Located in the small village of Lapio, which is widely regarded as the grand cru area for the Fiano grape, the estate benefits from high-altitude vineyards and limestone-clay soils. This unique terroir, combined with significant diurnal temperature shifts, yields wines of exceptional purity, vibrant acidity, and remarkable aging potential, making Clelia Romano a benchmark producer for Fiano di Avellino.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Lapio is considered the 'Grand Cru' commune for Fiano, characterized by high elevations and chalky soils.
Fact 02
Clelia Romano is often referred to as the 'First Lady' of Fiano di Avellino for her role in elevating the region's reputation.
Fact 03
Fiano di Avellino is one of the few Italian white wines with extraordinary aging potential, often developing for a decade or more.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Colli di Lapio emphasizes preserving the natural expression of the Fiano grape and its terroir. Grapes are hand-harvested and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to maintain fresh primary fruit aromas. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel for several months to add texture and complexity, avoiding any oak contact to ensure the pristine mineral and floral character remains unmasked.
