WINEMAKING IN TAURASI
Winemaking in Taurasi at Antica Hirpinia starts with grapes from our Irpinia vineyards. Temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks play a central role in producing both white and red wines.
Careful cleaning and temperature control accompany fermentation. These practices help preserve the qualities of the grapes and their connection with the growing area. From the vineyard to the cellar, each stage builds on the characteristics of the raw material.
AGING
The two Taurasi wines spend time in wood: partly in barriques and tonneaux, and partly in large barrels. Other wines follow different ageing paths.
Both whites and reds then spend several months in glass-lined concrete tanks, an important part of the winery's heritage. This stage helps bring the different batches into balance before bottling. Stainless steel, wood and concrete therefore serve different purposes throughout winemaking in Taurasi.
BOTTLING
The modern bottling line completes the work carried out during fermentation and ageing. Its purpose is to preserve the character of the wines as they move from tank to bottle.
Bottling is not the final stage before release. The wines remain in the cellar for a further period of rest, continuing the journey that began with the harvest.
STORAGE
All Antica Hirpinia wines rest in bottle for a varying period before release. This time helps them achieve balance: some labels are ready to enjoy when purchased, while others can develop further over the years.
Explore our Irpinia wine collections or discover winery visits and wine tasting in Taurasi. A visit offers a closer look at the connection between our vineyards, winemaking and ageing.
