93 pts Vinous
Drinking Window: 2026-2031
The 2022 Aglianico Terra d’Eclano is impossible to ignore, with a seductive burst of black raspberries combining with cedar spice box and violet pastille. Silken and serene, it sweeps across the palate with ripe red and blue fruit complemented by nuances of sweet mint and lavender. Hints of blood orange mix with dried rosemary and a bitter cacao tinge as this tapers off long and gently tannic. The 2022 turns the pleasure dial to the max while maintaining remarkable balance. Bravo. – By Eric Guido on September 2025

Terroir
Terra dEclano comes from a single estate vineyard in Mirabella Eclano, the heart of Irpinia, where Aglianico expresses both power and refinement. The vines are planted at around 420 meters above sea level on gently rolling hills with south and southwest exposures, ensuring full ripening while retaining aromatic lift. The soils are deep clay-loam with volcanic ash and pumice deposits, rich in minerals yet capable of holding water to sustain the vines through the warm summers. A combination of high elevation, consistent breezes, and large diurnal temperature shifts produces grapes of exceptional concentration and balance.

Vinification
Harvested entirely by hand in late October to allow for complete phenolic maturity, the grapes undergo careful selection in both vineyard and cellar. After destemming, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with long macerations to extract color, tannin, and aromatic depth. The wine is then aged for approximately 18 months in a combination of new and used French oak barriques, followed by additional time in bottle before release. This approach preserves Aglianicos natural structure while softening its youthful firmness.

Tasting Notes
The 2022 vintage delivers a rich yet poised expression of Irpinia Aglianico. In the glass, it shows a deep, vibrant ruby with garnet highlights. Aromas unfold in layersblack cherry, ripe plum, and blackberry compote are laced with violets, tobacco leaf, cocoa, and a faint note of smoked earth. The palate is full-bodied and firmly structured, with fine-grained tannins framing flavors of dark fruit, licorice, espresso, and warm spice. The mineral undercurrent and vibrant acidity provide tension and freshness, leading to a long, savory finish with hints of graphite and Mediterranean herbs.

Serving & Pairing
Serve at 1618 C. Terra dEclano is a natural partner for grilled lamb, braised short ribs, wild boar rag, or aged caciocavallo cheese. Its concentration and balance also give it impressive cellaring potential1015 years in a proper cellar will yield greater complexity and a silkier texture.