2021 Villa Dora Vesuvio Piedirosso

Grape: Piedirosso

Region: Vesuvius National Park, Campania, Italy

About:  Villa Dora Winery is located on the southern slopes of Mount Vesuvius in the heart of the Vesuvius National Park, Campania, Italy. Founded in 1997 by Vincenzo Ambrosio, the winery focuses on rejuvenating volcanic vineyards with minimal intervention and commitment to organic farming. Villa Dora specializes in producing wines from indigenous Campanian varietals, including Piedirosso, Falanghina, Aglianico, and Caprettone, which thrive in the region's volcanic soils. This unique terroir, rich in minerals due to volcanic activity, imparts distinct flavors to the wines, offering earthy and smoky characteristics​.

Tasting: Vibrant red fruit flavors like cherry and raspberry, complemented by earthy notes and a touch of volcanic minerality. The tannins are soft, and the wine has a refreshing finish​