Amarano

Amarano is a winery in Montemarano, in Irpinia, founded in 2004 by Lucia Storti and Adele Romano, custodians of a family tradition spanning four generations. Its hallmark can be summed up in one phrase: “high-altitude wines”, the authentic expression of one of Campania’s prime terroirs.

The 7 hectares of estate vineyards lie at 500 meters above sea level and look out toward the village of Castelfranci. The clay-limestone soils are enriched by volcanic deposits left by the ancient Avellino eruption, one of the most powerful events of the Bronze Age, and give the wines structure and minerality. The continental climate, with cold winters and warm but not scorching summers, and the strong temperature swings between day and night foster a slow, complete ripening, preserving the grapes’ natural acidity.

The winery’s philosophy is grounded in quality, sustainability, and respect for the vine’s natural cycle. Yields are kept in check through canopy management and manual cluster thinning; no herbicides are used in the vineyards, and plant protection relies on low-impact products recognized by the European Union. Healthy grapes make it possible to significantly reduce sulfites in the cellar, which is also powered by a photovoltaic system.

The range showcases Irpinia’s great grape varieties: Taurasi Principe Lagonessa, Irpinia Campi Taurasini Malambruno and Irpinia Aglianico Rossomalpelo among the reds; Fiano di Avellino Dulcinea, Greco di Tufo Cardenio and Irpinia Coda di Volpe Lucinda among the whites.

Mineral, structured, elegant and age-worthy, Amarano’s wines faithfully express their deep bond with Irpinia and its hills.