2023 Nativ Via Del Crinale Fiano Di Avellino DOCG

Dive into one of Italy's finest white wines—celebrated for its impressive ability to age, exceptional quality, and irresistible flavors. Like Riesling, this grape matures gracefully, offering a journey of evolving tastes and textures. Explore the world of Fiano, a very serious contender for lovers of exceptional whites from Germany, white Burgundy, and Sancerre. 

Just one hour’s drive from the cultural epicenter (and the city where pizza was born) of Naples and the storied ruins of Pompeii, you'll find Nativ.

Nativ Winery, was founded in 2008 in the heart of Irpinia, Paternopoli, by the talented duo of Dr. Mario Ercolino, a world-famous winemaker, and Dr. Roberta Pirone, a food science expert.

For those who don’t know, Dr. Mario Ercolino is a titan in the Italian wine industry. If you've heard of the iconic Feudi di San Gregorio, a cult favorite among Italian wine lovers, it's thanks to Ercolino, who redefined Southern Italian wine and put that winery on the map. He was also at the helm of San Marzano producing some of the highest awarded wines from Puglia. Now, his focus is on his own brand Nativ from Irpinia, a region poised to rival the world's most celebrated winegrowing areas.

Just to put this into perspective,Irpinia is a land of rich, volcanic soils and stunning landscapes, perfect for growing outstanding wines. At Nativ, they focus on iconic varieties like Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, Falanghina, and the powerful Aglianico – a grape known for its bold flavors and incredible aging potential.

Nativ’s wines are made from native grapes (hence the name) that have defined the region for centuries, representing the true essence of “Made in Italy.”

The winery is located on the picturesque volcanic slopes of Taurasi, in Paternopoli, a region with a rich history dating back to the 4th and 3rd centuries B.C. According to Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Taurasi wines are “Structured, complex and boasting serious aging potential, Taurasi is southern Italy’s answer to Piedmont’s Barolo and Tuscany’s Brunello di Montalcino.”

In one of Greg Martellotto’s incredible journeys to Italy, he discovered Nativ Winery. As one of only 415 "Italian Wine Ambassadors" in the world,Greg was so impressed by Nativ's exceptional wines that he decided to import them directly to Big Hammer Wines. Greg says, "These are not the rustic wines of old that require decades of aging.  One of the most successful qualities of the wines from Nativ is how generous they are. These are not shy wines. They are big, bold, and vibrant with bright fruit, a touch of oak, and immediately accessible." We’re proud to be the direct importers of this stunning gem, bringing you the very best of Irpinia!

Fun Fact: The scenic ridge west of San Quirico, where the winery stands, is known as Via del Crinale. In honor of this picturesque hill, they've named their Fiano di Avellino. Cool, right?

100% Fiano Di Avellino. Via del Crinale presents a welcoming aroma of crisp apple, juicy white peach, and delicate floral notes. On the palate, it’s rich yet smooth, offering a balanced mix of fruit and flowers. It’s an ideal companion for seafood, shellfish, fish soups, grilled vegetables, and fresh cheese.

~96 Luca Maroni, I Migliori Vini Italiani, Italy's Best Wines Guide 2022

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