Colle di Lapio in Campania, run by Clelia Romano, produces outstanding wines such as Fiano di Avellino DOCG and Taurasi DOCG. The volcanic soils and the Mediterranean climate offer ideal conditions.
The Colle di Lapio Estate is located in the village of Lapio in the province of Avellino, in the southern Italian region of Campania. The hills surrounding Lapio are considered one of the most important areas for the production of high-quality white wines in southern Italy. The estate is run by Clelia Romano and is among the established producers of the Fiano di Avellino DOCG appellation. Lapio itself is historically associated with the Fiano grape, which is why many of the most respected wines of this denomination originate from this area.
The vineyards of the estate are located in the hills of Irpinia at altitudes of roughly 400 to 500 meters above sea level. These elevations create significant temperature differences between day and night, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and maintain their aromatic profile. The soils are mainly composed of limestone and clay, which contribute to the structure of the wines and give them a distinct mineral character. The combination of altitude, soil composition and the continental climate of Irpinia plays an important role in shaping the style of wines produced in Lapio.
The main grape variety cultivated by the estate is Fiano. This indigenous grape is one of the most important white varieties in Campania and forms the basis of the well-known Fiano di Avellino DOCG. Colle di Lapio is widely recognized for its focus on this variety. Wines made from Fiano typically show precise structure, balanced acidity and notable ageing potential. With bottle maturation, they can develop complex aromas ranging from floral and fruity notes to mineral and slightly nutty nuances.
Alongside Fiano, Greco also plays an important role in the regional wine landscape and in the estate’s production. The Greco grape forms the basis of Greco di Tufo DOCG, another important white wine from the province of Avellino. This variety produces structured white wines with pronounced acidity and a clear mineral profile influenced by the volcanic terroir of the region.
Colle di Lapio focuses its production on these traditional grape varieties of Campania. In particular Fiano represents the central element of the estate’s wines, while Greco is the second important indigenous variety associated with the region. The wines therefore reflect the character of the Irpinia hills and the historical grape varieties cultivated in this territory.
