Wine Feudi di San Gregorio, "Trigaio"

Tradition of growing grapes Aglianico is one of the oldest in the southern Campania region. Aglianico is one of the best Italian red grape varieties. There are several theories about the origin of its name. Various studies Aglianico (or Glianica) talking about his Greek origin, in particular, his birthplace believe the Greek island of Euboea. The most interesting is the study of Andrea Bacci (1596), which offers a version that is associated with the Greek Aglianico "aglaos" (transparent) that efficiently and accurately describes the fine Aglianico. In Feudi di San Gregorio decades studied techniques, analyzed the soil and microclimate, allowing to create the perfect wine from Aglianico. Studies were even on the basis of the University of Naples and Milan. Synthesis of ancient winemaking traditions and new technologies allowed to be "Trigaio" from Feudi di San Gregorio for what it is today - a well-balanced fresh taste, pleasant aroma and spectacular color. To achieve this result the wine undergoes a 10 day fermentation in stainless steel tanks, as well as aging for 4 months in storage tanks of the same material. Potential development of wine - until 2020.

Founded in 1986, the winery Feudi di San Gregorio has become a symbol of rebirth wines of southern Italy and the culture of drinking in general. Keeping traditions, farming is constantly in search of new terroirs beautiful, new grape varieties, improved methods of winemaking. Feudi di San Gregorio appreciate autochthonous varieties of southern Italy, such as Aglianico, Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, investing in land and centuries-old traditions of viticulture Irpinia, giving the future a unique natural heritage area. Irpinia - a land of ancient traditions of winemaking, vineyards here peacefully coexist with fruit trees, forests, olive groves and fragrant herbs. In other words, the vines in Irpinia always been part of life in the region.

Originally vineyards Feudi di San Gregorio were in Sorbo Serpico, which to this day is a winery management. But gradually joined plots in Tufo, Santa Paolina and Taurasi, lying on the hills at an altitude of 350 to 700 meters above sea level. At present, the area of ​​vineyards increased from 30 to 300 hectares. In addition to the areas in Campania, the farm has a beautiful vineyards in Puglia and Basilicata. In 2004 was built another building of the winery, which is the result of a research project aimed at bringing together the depth of tradition and modern approaches to the production of wines.