Italy — wine

Asprinio di Aversa

Ancient Campanian DOC near Caserta producing Asprinio — a uniquely tart, low-alcohol white grown in the alberata casertana system (vines trained up poplars to extraordinary heights); rare frizzante style.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Warm year softens Asprinio's trademark bite; more approachable than usual.
2021 Classic tart Asprinio; bracing acidity and mineral purity in fine form.
2020 Excellent vintage for the variety; good balance of tartness and light fruit.
2019 Reliable vintage; consistent and honest expression of the unique grape.
2018 Standard vintage; Asprinio's acidity well preserved.