Italy — wine

Falanghina del Sannio

Falanghina del Sannio produces wines from one of Italy's oldest grape varieties, cultivated in the Sannio hills of Campania. Falanghina was likely the grape behind Falernian wine — antiquity's most celebrated wine. The modern dry whites show floral aromatics, ripe citrus, stone fruit, and a refreshing mineral finish. Versatile and food-friendly.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Excellent aromatic freshness; floral and citrus character well expressed with clean acidity
2022 Full and concentrated vintage; stone fruit depth and mineral complexity at best in years
2021 Cooler year with more restrained aromatics but fine acidity and good varietal character
2020 Strong vintage with good Falanghina aromatic concentration; balanced and food-friendly
2019 Outstanding vintage; benchmark Falanghina with textbook floral, citrus, and stone fruit profile