I Favati
AVELLINO | CAMPANIA
| Founded: | 1997 | |||
| Owner: | Favati Family | |||
| Winemaker: | Vincenzo Mercurio | |||
| Hectares under vines: | 50ha | |||
| Altitude above sea level: | 500-600m | |||
| Green code: | Average annual production: | 120,000 bottles | ||
| Organic not certified |
WHAT THEY SAY
The I Favati wine history dates back to the early 1900s, when the family’s ancestors began making wine for their own table and for a few close friends. The winery is located in the province of Avellino and has vineyards in all the 3 local DOCG areas, producing Greco, Fiano and Taurasi. The first commercial vintage, however, was released to the market in 2000 and it was their Fiano di Avellino. The Estate is managed entirely by the family, Rosanna and her daughter Carla, her husband Giancarlo Favati and his brother Piersabino Favati. Their philosophy is that “il vino e’ fatto nelle vigne” – the literal translation being “wine is made in the vineyards”, but in practice the approach is that if you grow healthy grapes with minimal or no chemical intervention, the hardest part is over. In the cellar, they truly go to lengths to make sure the wine is of highest quality—a wine that can maintain its integrity without additives.
WHAT WE SAY
A dynamic family with a great attention to detail and passion for their land is behind these well-crafted, very expressive, luxurious and varietal wines. Somehow, despite their recent history their wines already belong to the very best and classic Irpinia can offer. A great range of wines which will certainly be well received by our discerning clients.
WHAT OTHERS SAY
The I Favati winery has been recognized as one of the outstanding Italian producers of fine wines and grappa . Passion, and a culture of good wine, are a tradition that has been carried on by this great family since the early decades of the last century. Located in Irpinia, famous for its beauty, its rich volcanic soil, and its wine.
“Contrasting richness with freshness, the 2019 Fiano di Avellino Pietramara Riserva entices with a mix of white flowers, almond paste, wet stone and crushed red pears. It is silky and supple, smoothing over the palate with an elegant wave of ripe peach and nectarine. The 2019 lingers long, leaving a mineral and acid-infused tension as candied lime hints fade. This is simply stunning today and has a bright future.” Eric Guido, Vinous, 93 points
Wines Available
Whites:
Greco di Tufo Terrantica DOCG
Fiano di Avellino Pietramara DOCG
Fiano di Avellino Pietramara Riserva DOCG
Reds:
Campi Taurasini Cretarossa DOC
Taurasi Terzoatto DOCG