Vicus Aglianico 2018

Grapes: Aglianico, Merlot

Region: Campania, Italy

Farming: Sustainable

Southern Italy has historic wine traditions that are only now being re-

discovered by most wine lovers across the globe. One of the most iconic regions is Campania, where traditions date back to the ancient Greeks, utilizing historic grapes and terroirs that produce dramatic results. These microclimates range from the islands, the bay of Napoli, Mount Vesuvius, and the high volcanic soils of the Apennine mountain range in the Irpinia DOC. Here in the Irpinia region, the presence of the Pepe family can be traced back to the 13th Century. The modern revival and evolution of the Pepe winery begins in 2005 with one woman, Milena Pepe. The name, Vicus, in Latin means “village” and it is a fitting name for these unique, small production wines from the Pepe family estate. The story of Vicus showcases a diverse range of local wines that are a genuine expression of Campania’s top regions and terroirs.