September 19th: Terredora di Paolo with Daniela Mastroberardino
At Vinonueva | 5582 NE 4th Ct, Miami, FL, 33137 | 7:00 pm-8:30 pm
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In partnership with Vias Wine.
The wines of Campania are among Italy's most underappreciated treasures, offering a rich winemaking heritage that spans centuries. The region produces vibrant, fresh mineral whites and bold reds that deserve a place on your table. While many Italian regions are celebrated primarily for either their red or white wines, Campania stands out as one of the few excelling in both categories.
At this tasting, we'll be exploring wines from the renowned Terredora di Paolo estate, a family dedicated to preserving Campania's native grape varieties. These are not only world-class wines but also perfect for everyday enjoyment.
We are excited to welcome Daniela Mastroberardino as our special guest. Daniela is the daughter of Walter Mastroberardino and has been an integral part of Terredora di Paolo's success. Alongside her father and brothers, Paolo and Lucio, Daniela has helped steer the winery's mission to combine modern production technology with the cultivation of Campania's native varietals.
Since 1994, Daniela has been Terredora's administrative and communication manager, and in 2013, she took on the role of export manager. Her leadership extends beyond the winery, as she currently serves as President of the National Association Le Donne del Vino and the Consorzio Tutela Vini di Irpinia.
We are thrilled to have her join us for this special event, where she will share her expertise and passion for the wines of Campania.
BACKGROUND
Campania, one of Italy's most historically significant wine regions, was once home to the Roman Empire's most treasured wines. The region's unique terroir—defined by volcanic soils and rolling hills—along with its hot, dry summers and wet winters shapes the characteristics of its wines.
The three DOCG zones—Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, and Taurasi—represent the pinnacle of Campanian winemaking, each showcasing a unique expression of its distinctive terroir.
- Fiano di Avellino: Located west of the Taurasi zone, this DOCG is known for producing mineral-driven, firm, slightly floral, and dry white wines.
- Greco di Tufo: North of Fiano di Avellino, this smaller DOCG produces vibrant white wines with notes of apple and notable minerality.
- Taurasi: Often called the 'Barolo of the South,' Taurasi DOCG is famous for its powerful, noble red wines made from the Aglianico grape, which finds its best expression here. This region, divided by the Calore River, is known for producing structured, age-worthy reds.
TERREDORA DI PAOLO
Terredora di Paolo is a wine producer in Southern Italy, located in the hills of Irpinia, where the Sabato and Calore rivers flow.
Photo credits: Terredora di Paolo
Terredora di Paolo is a family-owned winery that cultivates native Campanian grape varieties, such as Greco, Fiano, and Falanghina for white wines and Aglianico and Piedirosso for reds. These varieties trace their origins back to ancient Greek settlers.
The winery's story began when Walter Mastroberardino, at age sixty, embarked on a new chapter in winemaking with the support of his wife, Dora, and their children. The family has maintained direct control over every stage of production, ensuring consistent quality and continuous improvement year after year.
Daniela, Paolo, Walter & Lucio Mastroberardino - Photo credits: Terredora di Paolo
The name Mastroberardino might ring a bell, as the family has been producing wine in Campania for over 11 generations. One of Italy's most historic and prestigious producers, the Mastroberardino winery was founded in 1878 by Angelo Mastroberardino in Avellino, near Naples. The Mastroberardino family's dedication to winemaking laid the foundation for what would become a symbol of Campania's wine excellence.
After World War II, the winery passed to Angelo's grandchildren, Antonio and Walter Mastroberardino, who dedicated themselves to preserving Campania's traditional grape varieties. At that time, the Taurasi vineyards were devastated by phylloxera and the war, and agricultural authorities were recommending planting high-yield, lower-quality varieties for bulk wine production.
Angelo, Walter & Antonio Mastroberardino - Photo credits: Il Sabato
Despite their youth, the brothers were determined to restore Aglianico as the region's noble grape. They focused on acquiring the best vineyard land and replanting it with cuttings from the few surviving Aglianico vines, driven by their passion for producing exceptional wines. Under Walter and Antonio's leadership, the estate thrived in the second half of the 20th century, becoming the most recognized name for quality wine in the region. At one point, they produced more than half of Campania's Denominazione di Origine Controllata-designated bottlings.
However, in the mid-1990s, a family dispute led to a split between the brothers. Antonio retained the Mastroberardino winery, while Walter took many of the family's best vineyards and, in 1994, founded Terredora di Paolo.
This split resulted in two exceptional wineries: Mastroberardino, under Antonio, and Terredora di Paolo, led by Walter. Both have been instrumental in showcasing Campania's potential to produce world-class wines.
Check out the lineup for this tasting:
- Terredora de Paolo - Falanghina Corte Di Giso 2022
- Terredora de Paolo - Greco Di Tufo 2022
- Terredora de Paolo - Fiano Di Avellino 2021
- Terredora de Paolo - Aglianico 2020
- Terredora de Paolo - Taurasi 2014
- Terredora de Paolo - Taurasi Pago Dei Fusi 2012