One of the main protagonists in the renaissance of Southern Italian wines, Feudi di San Gregorio had carved out a reputation for making truly world-class wines in less than 30 years.

The company began in the mid-1980s with the aim of safeguarding local traditions and unlocking the potential of key indigenous grapes such as Fiano, Greco, Falanghina and Aglianico. In 2021, Feudi di San Gregorio received the B Corporation (B Corp) certification, rewarding companies whose aim is to be a positive and regenerative force for the environment and the community. The same year, Feudi was also awarded the Equalitas certification which officially recognises social, environmental and economic pillars of sustainability, through biodiversity, carbon and water footprint and ecological cultivation practices.

As a multi award-winning producer for its outstanding wines, Feudi di San Gregorio also features in the 2021 Wine & Spirits Top 100 Wineries and in 2024 Feudi was awarded The Old Vine Hero Award for Research on ‘The Patriarchs’, a study and catalogue of century-old Aglianico vines from Taurasi.

Campania, located in southern Italy along the Tyrrhenian coast, is a region rich in history, volcanic soils, and native grape varieties. Its winemaking heritage dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times, and today it is renowned for producing distinctive, characterful wines from both white and red indigenous grapes.

The region benefits from a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Coastal breezes help to moderate temperatures, while the presence of volcanic soils—particularly around Mount Vesuvius—adds complexity and minerality to the wines. Inland, higher elevations provide cooler growing conditions, ideal for preserving acidity and aromatic finesse.

Campania’s key wine-producing areas include Avellino, Benevento, and the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. Notable DOCGs such as Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, and Taurasi are recognised for their quality and ageing potential.

Prominent white grapes include Fiano, known for its floral and hazelnut notes; Greco, offering citrus and mineral tones; and Falanghina, with crisp acidity and orchard fruit character. Among reds, Aglianico is the standout variety, producing powerful, age-worthy wines—most famously in Taurasi, often referred to as the “Barolo of the South.”

Aglianico is an ancient black grape variety believed to have been introduced to southern Italy by the Greeks over 2,000 years ago. Today, it is most famously associated with the regions of Campania and Basilicata, where it produces some of Italy’s most age-worthy red wines, notably Taurasi and Aglianico del Vulture. The variety thrives in warm, dry climates with volcanic or calcareous soils, ripening late in the season—often well into October—requiring ample sunlight to fully develop its complex flavours and tannins.

Viticulturally, Aglianico is vigorous but sensitive to excessive humidity, which can encourage disease pressure. Its thick skins and naturally high acidity give it remarkable structure, enabling wines to age for decades. Outside Italy, it is planted in small but growing quantities in Australia, the United States (notably California and Texas), and parts of South America.

In style, Aglianico is often compared to Nebbiolo for its firm tannins and aromatic depth. Youthful examples can be intense and grippy, with flavours of sour cherry, blackberry, plum, and notes of leather, tobacco, and spice. With age, the wines develop earthy, savoury complexity, hints of dried flowers, and softer, integrated tannins. Whether crafted as bold, cellar-worthy reds or fresher, early-drinking styles, Aglianico consistently delivers depth, intensity, and a strong sense of place.