Sasso San Pietro Taurasi | Passo delle Tortore

Sasso San Pietro Taurasi | Passo delle Tortore

Sale price€50,00
Red
Campania (IT)
Taurasi DOCG
Aglianico 100%
Enjoy it within 10 years
14% ABV
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Production and refinement

The 100% Aglianico grapes, harvested by hand during the coolest hours of the day, are carefully selected and destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place with maceration at controlled temperatures (25–28°C) for about 15–18 days, allowing a gradual extraction of color, structure, and tannins.

This is followed by aging in French oak barriques (about 12 months, 70% new oak), which enriches the wine with spicy complexity and depth. The process is completed with a further 24 months of bottle aging, refining its balance and tannic finesse.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

Deep ruby red evolving toward garnet, a sign of structure and aging potential.

Olfactory examination

A broad and refined nose, with notes of violet, blueberry, and small black berries, followed by spicy hints of black pepper and black tea. The oak contributes elegant balsamic and toasted nuances.

Tasting

On the palate it is structured and elegant, with silky, ripe tannins. The sip is deep, persistent, and consistent with the nose, supported by a freshness that lengthens the finish and by a spicy, finely mineral closure.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Sasso San Pietro Taurasi | Passo delle Tortore ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Campania, Avellino

Hectares of vineyards: 6

Passo delle Tortore

Passo delle Tortore is a young winery in Irpinia, located in the municipality of Pietradefusi (Avellino), at around 400 meters above sea level, in a border area between the province of Avellino and that of Benevento.

The project was born from an idea by four young women entrepreneurs from Southern Italy — Maria Carla Di Gioia, Ilaria Facchiano and Francesca De Girolamo — together with a young winemaker trained in France, Francesco De Pierro, who brought to Irpinia a technical and cultural approach developed among French vineyards.

The winery was officially founded around 2015 and established itself during the pandemic with its first commercial productions, marking a bold and strongly identity-driven debut.

Today the estate covers about 6 hectares of vineyards and a total production of around 20,000 bottles, with a range focused on Campanian native grape varieties: Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, Falanghina, and Aglianico.

Passo delle Tortore

The vineyards are located mainly on south-east facing slopes and are interspersed with olive groves, within a typical hilly Irpinian agricultural landscape. Vineyard management is based on integrated farming practices, with a conversion path toward organic agriculture and a strong focus on the natural balance of the vineyard. Yields are kept under control, and the approach aims to enhance varietal and territorial expression rather than production volume.

A distinctive element of the project is its strong symbolic connection to the territory: the “collared doves,” birds historically present in the area, become the winery’s emblem and a reference to fidelity to the land, nature, and rural roots of the region. This imagery is also reflected in the names of the wines, inspired by local places, sensations, and stories: “Bacio delle Tortore” for Fiano, “Le Arcaie” for Greco di Tufo, “Piano del Cardo” for Falanghina, and “Sasso Serra” for Aglianico.

The winery also benefits from the experience of Nicola De Girolamo, a historic figure in Irpinian viticulture and former director of Cantina del Taburno, whose contribution helps provide solidity and continuity to the project.

Region and territory

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Viticulture in Campania has its roots in ancient Greek tradition, when numerous grape varieties now considered native were introduced by the Hellenics. Powdery mildew and phylloxera arrived later than elsewhere, but the damage was enormous, and the path to quality was only taken from the 1980s onwards.
Recently, Campanian wines have seen incredible success thanks to a production characterized by traditional agriculture, with a strong focus on environmental preservation and sustainability. Many of Campania's wineries are family-owned and produce high-quality wines in small quantities.

In general, Campanian viticulture is characterized by a great variety of terroirs and native varieties, which give rise to wines of great quality and personality, each with its own unique characteristics. For many years, the imposing Taurasi DOCG was the only wine to be awarded the DOCG status, but since 2003, Greco di Tufo DOCG and Fiano di Avellino DOC have also been recognized, and since 2011, Aglianico del Taburno has also been honored with this designation. In the rest of the region, there are also 15 DOC and 10 IGT wines.

Irpinia

Irpinia is the homeland of Aglianico, Greco, and Fiano. Less than 50 km from Naples, thanks to the conformation of its territory, Irpinia is a land suited for the production of high-quality wines. Cut in two by the Apennine Mountains, it has altitudes ranging from 300 to 1800 meters above sea level. This allows for well-drained soils with good water reserves and significant temperature variations between the daytime heat and the cool nights. In particular, the Tyrrhenian side (the most suitable for viticulture) is mountainous and discontinuous, rich in vegetation and water, with abundant rainfall.

The orography of the territory determines the formation of various microclimates that allow for the production of different types of wines. The clay-limestone soils benefit from the effusive activity of the three surrounding volcanic areas: Vulture, Vesuvius, and the mountains of Caserta. Over the centuries, the accumulation of layers of ash and lapilli has given rise to tuff deposits, with minerals and looser layers, another unique feature for quality viticulture. Irpinia is the Campania province with the highest concentration of vineyards and boasts the presence of three DOCG wines: Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, and Fiano di Avellino. It produces high-quality wines, vinified according to modern techniques but rooted in local tradition.
The orography creates diversified microclimates, while the clay-limestone soils provide unique minerality.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

The depth of this Taurasi pairs perfectly with equally rich and complex dishes. The spicy and slightly toasted notes from the oak find continuity in oven-baked preparations or slow-cooked meats, where similar aromas of browning and concentration develop. The tannic structure also interacts with the protein content and succulence of red meats, creating a balance that does not overwhelm the palate but rather accompanies it.

Matching by contrast

By contrast, this great red wine works thanks to its ability to balance the richness of dishes. Its residual freshness and tannic structure cleanse the palate after rich and fatty bites, while its spiciness creates an interesting counterpoint to the natural sweetness of slow-cooked preparations. It is precisely this tension between power and balance that makes the pairing dynamic.

It pairs well with

Grilled red meats; stewed red meats; braised and slow-cooked dishes; game; important roasts; aged and hard cheeses.

Matching by concordance

The depth of this Taurasi pairs perfectly with equally rich and complex dishes. The spicy and slightly toasted notes from the oak find continuity in oven-baked preparations or slow-cooked meats, where similar aromas of browning and concentration develop. The tannic structure also interacts with the protein content and succulence of red meats, creating a balance that does not overwhelm the palate but rather accompanies it.

Matching by contrast

By contrast, this great red wine works thanks to its ability to balance the richness of dishes. Its residual freshness and tannic structure cleanse the palate after rich and fatty bites, while its spiciness creates an interesting counterpoint to the natural sweetness of slow-cooked preparations. It is precisely this tension between power and balance that makes the pairing dynamic.

It pairs well with

Grilled red meats; stewed red meats; braised and slow-cooked dishes; game; important roasts; aged and hard cheeses.

Braised Beef

Braised beef is a cornerstone of Piedmontese cuisine, savory and succulent with complex aromas. For an elegant touch, cook it in the same wine you will be serving.

Roast in the Oven

A classic main course for festive occasions, simple and quite quick to prepare, tender and rich in flavor.

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