Mastroberardino

Lacryma Christi Rosso

Name: Greco di Tufo
Brand: Mastroberardino
Price: 540 ZAR
Availability: InStock

Piedirosso from Campania, Italy

R350

Bottle size:

750 ml

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Ruby red colour. Full and well developed bouquet with aromas of plums and supported by spicy notes of pepper and clove against an enticing mineral background. On the palate Lacryma Christi Rosso is warm, well-structured and smooth, with fine tannins and a fruity and spicy finish.

Clove

Plum

Spice

Minerality

The Denominazione di Origine Controllata Vesuvius, established in 1983, refers to a wide band of land embracing the slopes of the volcano, an area with an outstanding scenic landscape. Lacryma Christi wine carries an ancient name, the origins of which are lost in the lore of the land. The name has always been part of a myth passed down through generations. It is said that the Lord saw in the Gulf of Naples a strip of sky which was torn by Lucifer during his fall to hell, and wept. Lacryma Christi vines grew where his divine tears fell. The soils in this area of production are volcanic, loose, rich in mineral elements, well-drained. Vineyards face mainly south-east at an average altitude of 170 m a.s.l. Plantation density is on average 2,500 vines/hectare and the vines are about 15 years old.

Mastroberardino

The family estates are all located in Irpinia in the heart of the production areas of three DOCGs: Greco di Tufo Fiano di Avellino Taurasi. They are distributed in several areas in order to preserve the identity of the local varieties and vineyards as well as ensuring their preservation and enhancement both in Italy and throughout the world. The family in fact has always paid great attention to the safeguard and promotion of local grape varieties such as Aglianico Fiano Greco Falanghina Piedirosso and Coda di Volpe all dating back to Greek and Roman times.