Donnachiara

Fascinating bouquet of fruits and a lively mixture of minerals, smoke and tobacco. Structured, well-dosed tannins and a fresh juiciness on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark soil, savory herbs, and hints of animal musk lift from the 2019 Donnachiara Campania Aglianico, as violet florals and earthy mineral tones amass in the glass. On the palate, soft textures are offset by refreshing acidity, as pure black fruits are further complemented by citrus-tinged spices and savory herbs. The finish is medium in length with hints of youthful tannin tugging at the senses, yet this remains wonderfully fresh, resonating on purple-tinged inner florals." Vinous

Pure variety Falanghina with a rich bouquet of aromas of yellow honeydew melon and ripe apricot. On the palate it is just as full-fruity and round. Delicious and balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

"The nose on the 2019 Beneventano Falanghina is wonderfully fresh, displaying ripe peaches, offset by savory herbs and dried yellow florals. On the palate, oily textures wash across the senses with ripe stone fruits, verging on tropical, yet remaining energetic and lifted as salty minerals settle in. The finish is medium in length with an attractive note of roasted hazelnut and sweet inner florals." Vinous

Fiano di Avellino with a seductive scent of white spring flowers, peaches, almonds and a very light smoky note. Round and fresh on the palate with tropical fruits and spices, nice minerality in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

The pure variety Aglianico presents itself very well: clear, fresh, clean, with accents of exotic herbs and red fruits, in addition to a harmoniously flowing, full-bodied taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A smoky note up front underscores the baked cherry and dried fig fruit on the palate of this medium- to full-bodied red. Accents of cured tobacco and spice linger on the finish, firmed by well-knit tannins." Wine Spectator

"The 2017 Irpinia Aglianico opens with a fruit-forward display of spicy blue and black berries, as rich brown spices, sweet herbs, and a hint of mocha comes forward. On the palate, silky textures flood the senses with polished black fruit and minerals, which cascade across the senses, giving way to inner violet florals. The finish is long with a staining of blue and black fruits, which slowly taper off to reveal a coating of savory spice and mineral tones." Vinous

"Now here's a really exciting Aglianico. Full of life, it's overflowing with sea urchin, oyster shell, hot stones, blackberries and steak tartare. As for the palate, it's full in body, but very silky and sleek, tiptoeing with the grace of a ballerina through vibrant but concentrated dark fruit. Long and complex. Amazing value!" James Suckling

Pretty and rich Greco di Tufo with aromas of flowers, almond, peach and tropical fruits. On the palate with good structure and finesse. The full-bodied taste delivers notes of ripe apricot and pineapple, honey and smoke, perfectly balanced by the refreshing acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright straw yellow in the glass. Fresh and bright aromas of sliced peaches and pears with some flint, followed by a full body, beautiful fruit with flanking acidity and a tasteful, round finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Here I’m finding a rich expression of 2018 Falanghina Resilienza Beneventano blossoms in the glass to show a mix of dried peaches, sweet herbal tea, hints of kiwi, and spice. It floods the palate with oily richness, yet brisk acids add balance, as ripe peach gives way to notes of mango with a lemon twist. The finish is long, showing more of a lime citrus and mineral expression, as acids sizzle on the senses, adding even further intrigue. I must admit that I’m usually more of a fan of the fresher styles for Falanghina, but Donnachiara Resilienza doesn't miss a beat. It’s a gorgeous wine." Vinous

Complex and interesting bouquet of lime and magnolia. In the taste a good freshness and minerality, in the exciting finale then a light hazelnut note. SUPERIORE.DE

"An intensely concentrated Fiano, marked by firm notes of melon rind, green plum skin and pine, expanding on the fresh finish with spice, chalk and firm hazelnut skin accents." Wine Spectator

The strictly selected grapes of this Greco in Riserva quality come from the Santa Paolina vineyard. The wine matures 12 months on the fine yeast and only 3,300 bottles are sold in selected specialist shops and restaurants. Brilliant light yellow with golden reflections. In the bouquet yellow fruits such as apricot and peach, in addition grassy-herbal notes. On the palate full and round, with a subtle creaminess, very complex and spicy. Despite its opulence and fullness of flavour, it is precise and fresh and has a wonderful ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is my first taste of this new wine from Donnachiara. The 2017 Greco di Tufo Aletheia takes a cheerful and carefree approach to the Greco grape with citrus fruit, pear, white melon, honey and crushed mineral. The wine is transparent and luminous in appearance with a fresh, simple and forthcoming delivery of aromas. A selection of the best fruit from the Santa Paolina vineyard with tufo-rich soils is used. No malolactic fermentation was allowed, and the wine is sharp and extra crispy as a result. Some 3,300 numbered bottles were made." Robert Parker

"This boasts beautiful nectarines and peaches, not to mention grass and fresh herbs. Full-bodied and intense with oily complexity, yet tightly wound and tangy." James Suckling

Already for the 2012 vintage, the tasters of the British magazine Decanter thought it was probably the best red wine in southern Italy. With the excellent year 2016, the Taurasi will certainly be back at the top of the Aglianicos, which are not called "Barolo of the South" for nothing. Beautiful, bright red with red chili reflexes, in the bouquet a cornucopia of black currant, black cherry and light stone, all flanked by a touch of fine oak wood spice. In the drink full-bodied and highly polished with a very good structure. In the pretty finish then a lot of power, opulence and a freshness that leads from striking tannin to the slightly peppery and lactic finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The nose in the 2016 Taurasi shows masses of ripe blue and black fruits, as rich, exotic spices give way to hints of orange citrus and violet-tinged florals. On the palate, velvety textures coast across the senses, delivering cool-toned black fruits and minerals, with refreshing acidity adding lift. The finish is medium in length and buzzing with energy, resonating on tart blackberry and cherry with a saline-mineral twang. I craved more depth here and a bit less oak, yet the purity is admirable, making the 2016 Donnachiara Taurasi very easy to like right out of the gate." Vinous

"Fabulous aromas of crushed berries, wet earth, spice and dried meat. Some black pepper as well. It’s full-bodied and layered with plenty of fruit and a juicy finish. A gorgeous young Taurasi. One for the cellar, but delicious already." James Suckling

Deep dark red, in the fragrance black fruits, flint stone and hints of arable land. On the palate taut and precise aromas of spicy herbs, black cherry, white pepper and smoke. Very juicy-fleshy and fresh in the long finish. A full-bodied, intellectual red wine that already enchants with charisma and disarming depth. SUPERIORE.DE

"Unique aromas of blackberry, mushroom, walnut and spice follow through to a full body, yet tight and polished with firm and silky tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Slighty dusty finish. A beauty." James Suckling

"Spiced plum, blue flower, vanilla, French oak and balsamic aromas lead the way on this firmly structured red. Full-bodied and elegant, the youthful, enveloping palate evokes blackberry, black cherry, pipe tobacco and ground clove framed in tightly knit fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast