Fiano di Avellino 2020 DOCG "Clelia" Colli di Lapio

Fiano di Avellino Clelia Colli di Lapio 2020: elegance and depth from Irpinia

Fiano di Avellino 2020 DOCG “Clelia” Colli di Lapio is a white wine of great personality, born from a careful selection of late-harvested grapes from the highest vineyard on the property. This label represents a company cru produced in very limited quantities and accurately tells the style of the winery: attention to raw materials, territorial identity, and a search for balance between richness and taste tension.

Territory and wine style

The wine comes from Lapio, in Irpinia, one of the most suitable areas for Fiano di Avellino DOCG. The vineyard, located over 600 meters above sea level in the Arianiello area, helps define a fresh, articulated, and deep profile, with a maturation that preserves finesse and aromatic integrity. Clelia interprets Fiano in a more intense and reflective version, capable of uniting fruity richness, sapidity, and a pleasant mineral imprint. It is a substantial Italian white, designed for those seeking territorial but also evolutionary wines.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense straw yellow color, crossed by golden reflections. The olfactory profile is broad and engaging: citrus fruits, golden apple, and white flowers emerge, followed by mineral nuances, toasted almond, honey, and slight hints of pastry. On the palate, the sip is full, creamy, and vibrant, supported by a clear freshness that lightens the structure. The savory component accompanies a long, harmonious, and persistent finish, with returns of hazelnut, citrus, and aromatic herbs.

Recommended pairings

Fiano di Avellino 2020 DOCG “Clelia” Colli di Lapio pairs naturally with structured fish dishes, shellfish, pasta with seafood, delicate risottos, and white meats. Excellent also with fresh or medium-aged cheeses and with preparations where the aromatic component is well present. Its combination of freshness, substance, and sapidity makes it versatile at the table, suitable for both traditional cuisine and more contemporary dishes.

Serving temperature

The wine expresses its profile best between 10 and 12 °C. If possible, it is useful to open it shortly before serving to enhance the evolution of the bouquet in the glass, especially in younger vintages or in the early stages of opening.

Why buy it

This Fiano di Avellino DOCG combines typicity, precision, and personality. Clelia Colli di Lapio is a convincing choice for those who desire a Campanian white capable of offering aromatic intensity, taste depth, and an elegant drink. The limited production, hilly origin, and imprint of the territory make it an interesting wine for both an important dinner and to enrich a cellar dedicated to great Italian whites.