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Mastroberardino
Established in the 1750s by winemaker Pietro di Mastro Berardino, Mastroberardino is Campania’s most
renowned winery. Pietro was awarded the professional title of Mastro as testament to his skill in quality
winemaking, a tradition that continued uninterrupted for 10 generations and lives on to this day.
Falanghina di Sannio DOC
The Mastroberardino family is dedicated to making wine from ancient varieties that are indigenous to the
region. Falanghina is the primary grape for the Sannio appellation and is named after
falangae
, a Latin
term for supporting stakes. Many believe this grape to have been the basis of the legendary Falernian
wine, the most prized wine of ancient Rome, due to its unique profile and fragrance.
Lacrimarosa Campania IGT
The name Lacrimarosa (translated pink tear) comes from the method of gently pressing the grapes in
order to give the wine a slight pink color and a beautiful range of aromas and flavors. Made from 100%
Aglianico grapes, this wine is vinified and then aged in stainless steel tanks.
Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Bianco DOC
The name of this wine is entwined with a legend. According to the story, God cried when he found a
corner of Heaven stolen by Lucifer and where his tears fell, there grew the grapes that make Lacryma
Christi, which translates as “tears of Christ.” Made from 100% Coda di Volpe grown in volcanic soil, this
wine is fermented in stainless steel to preserve its unique, fresh profile.
Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Rosso DOC
The name of this wine is rooted in a legend. According to the story, God cried when he found a corner
of Heaven stolen by Lucifer and where his tears fell, there grew the grapes that make Lacryma Christi,
translated as “tears of Christ.” Made from 100% Piedirosso grapes grown in volcanic soil near Mount
Vesuvius and fermented in stainless steel, this is a unique red wine that is youthful, but substantial.
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