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th # 63 • JUNE 28 , 2015 "Volcanic soils with the unique indigenous varietals and the peculiar climate conditions (over 200 days of rain per year), make Irpinia a wonderful terroir for both white and red wines. Campania is probably one of the most interesting regions for white wines (with Friuli and Alto Adige), but also for red wines." What impact has Feudi di San Gregorio had on the history of winemaking in Irpinia? "Historically Feudi had the merit to bring Campania great history into contemporary society from the style of wine tot he design of the bottles to the communication. After Feudi was successful, over 100 wineries were created in the What qualities does the volcanic soils instill in area." the wines? What is the goal of Feudi di San Gregorio to"Minerality is evident in all our wines and gre- day? atly supports the body of the wine thus making them quite flexible also for pairing with food. "Today we try to continue accomplishing the The volcanic soils within Irpinia are not al the mission to lead the system in particular on fosame; they go from the volcanis stone in Tufo to reign markets. Together with Mastroberardino the volcanic sand in Aglianico. This way they of- in more ancient times, Feudi put Campania on fer an incredible potential for variety in wines." the winemaking map." 42 | WE THE ITALIANS www.wetheitalians.com