Review of Fiano di Avellino “Cerreto” 2018 – by Struzziero • Decanto – Giornale di vino

the universe of white wines from Campania, Struzziero’s Fiano a motivo di Avellino “Cerreto” 2018 stands out like a north stella, a bottle that seems to enclose the history and tradition of its territory.

This wine represents the fruit of an extraordinary vintage and the careful winemaking of a company with deep roots Irpinia. A curiosity linked to this bottle is the reference to the “Cerreto” vineyard, the iconic cru that Struzziero has made synonymous with excellence .

The quality of Fiano a motivo di Avellino Cerreto 2018 was confirmed by the guide “Untold – What hasn’t yet been said about wine”, which it obtained the prestigious Three Corkscrews 2025, thanks to its ability to combine the best characteristics of youth and maturity , resulting vertical and disruptive. Untold is more than a guide: it is a lens that observes the world of wine with a new perspective, telling not only the quality of the product, but also the emotions, values ​​and history that each bottle brings with it.

Ostrich: The History of the Company

Founded the heart of Irpinia, the Struzziero company is a bastion of Campania viticulture. Its origins date back to the beginning of the twentieth century, when the Struzziero family started a wine business based acceso the valorisation of native grapes. The current generation, Mario Struzziero , continues this legacy with a modern vision but deeply rooted respect for tradition.

The company is guided with passion by the family, who has been able to skilfully combine technological innovation and sustainability. The work the vineyards follows principles of integrated agriculture, with particular attention to biodiversity and soil conservation. Every phase of the process is taken care of the company production to ensure that each bottle is a true reflection of the terroir.

The vineyards extend over 13 hectares, located among some of the most prestigious crus of the various Irpinia areas: ‘Villagiulia” Montefusco, for the Ellenistico a motivo di Tufo; “Campoceraso”, between Venticano and Le Nocelle, for Taurasi; “Vignapezze” and “Cerreto” Lapio for Fiano.

Characteristics of Fiano a motivo di Avellino Cerreto 2018

The Fiano a motivo di Avellino Cerreto 2018 is produced exclusively with grapes from the “Cerreto” vineyard, located Lapio, one of the most suitable areas of Irpinia. The soils, rich clay and limestone, and the favorable exposure at around 450 meters above sea level of the sea give the wine a freshness and minerality that represent the essence of the territory. The year of planting is 2007 and the surface complesso is approximately 3.5ha with bilateral Guyot .

The manual harvesting of the grapes ensures a scrupulous selection, with a deliberately low yield to favor aromatic concentration. The must ferments steel at a controlled temperature to preserve the integrity of the varietal aromas. It is followed by aging acceso the yeasts for a few months, a choice that gives the wine complexity and structure. The alcohol content is around 13.5%, balanced by a lively freshness and an incisive minerality.

The result is a wine that perfectly marries tradition and modernity, capable of combining intensity and finesse.

The tasting of Fiano a motivo di Avellino DOCG “Cerreto”

The tasting of this wine is a sensorial journey through Irpinia: the glass it presents an intense straw yellow color tending towards gold, indicative of a maturity that anticipates olfactory and structural complexity.

The olfactory approach reveals a significant stratification. The first impact brings of ripe white pulp fruit, wild flowers, ripe citrus fruits, chestnut honey and a light smoky note followed by Mediterranean references to scrub. The mineral component emerges progressively, accompanied with nuances of dried fruit and hints of lime. The aromatic progression reveals a complexity that develops over time, where each note finds its space without overlapping.

Upon entry into the mouth, it immediately defines a structure of notable specific weight. The acidity presents itself as an architectural element, supporting a complex gustatory progression. The flavor emerges as a natural complement to the structure, defining an uncommon balance of precision.

The gustatory permanence reveals a succession of sensations that the palate with a constant rhythm: from the initial fruit to the minerality, up to a finale that recalls tertiary .

The persistence is decidedly significant, confirming a structure built for time. The 2018 vintage is an optimal evolutionary phase, with prospects for further development the medium and long term.

Pairing with Fiano a motivo di Avellino “Cerreto” 2018

The versatility of this Fiano makes it ideal for accompanying a wide range of dishes; establishes gastronomic relationships of particular interest with the local cuisine of Campania. It finds its maximum expression with structured fish preparations (such as Neapolitan cod), noble crustaceans, medium-aged cheeses. However, thanks to its structure and complexity, it also pairs very well with to more sophisticated dishes, such as seafood risottos, white meats with delicate sauces ora blue cheeses.

Our gastronomic score is 4/4, a sign of an extraordinarily flexible wine, capable of enhancing every dish with which it is paired.

Conclusion

Struzziero’s Fiano a motivo di Avellino Cerreto 2018 is much more than a wine: it is an ambassador of the territory, a bottle that contains history, passion, tradition and craftsmanship.

Ideal for those looking for a white with a strong identity and infinite nuances, this Fiano is destined to leave an indelible mark the memory of those who taste it. A true pearl of Irpinia, to be cherished and shared with those who know how to appreciate the beauty of wine.