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Azienda Agraria Sanpaolo | Greco di Tufo , Italy

Azienda Agraria Sanpaolo 'Claudio Quarta' Greco di Tufo DOCG, Campania, Italy

Azienda Agraria Sanpaolo 'Claudio Quarta' Greco di Tufo DOCG, Campania, Italy

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Rising from the volcanic hills of Irpinia, the 2023 Claudio Quarta Greco di Tufo DOCG captures the raw energy of Campania’s most noble white grape. Known as “the king” of the region’s whites, this wine is both powerful and elegant, offering a vibrant expression of mineral-rich soils, dramatic elevations, and the visionary touch of the Quarta family.

Product Details:

  • Variety: 100% Greco
  • Yield: 60 q/ha
  • Alcohol: 13.5%
  • Acidity: 6 g/L
  • Residual Sugar: 2.2 g/L
  • Vinification & Aging: 6 months in stainless steel, 6 months in bottle
  • Soils: Clay, limestone, sand, and volcanic ash from Vesuvius
  • Serving Temperature: 45–50 °F
  • Winemaker: Claudio Quarta
  • Owner: Alessandra Quarta

Sensory Description:

Brilliant straw yellow with golden reflections, this wine opens with generous aromas of peach, medlar, and cedar alongside ginger, hazelnuts, mint, sage, white pepper, vanilla, chalk, and herbal nuances. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured with vivid acidity, a savory mineral character, and a long, persistent finish. The balance of richness and freshness underscores its noble standing among Italy’s great whites.

Awards & Accolades:

  • 91 Points – James Suckling (2023 Vintage): Praised for its precision, depth, and elegant structure.

Winemaker's Background:

Cantina Sanpaolo is part of Claudio Quarta Vignaiolo, a family-driven project uniting tradition and innovation across three wineries in Southern Italy. Founded by genetic biologist-turned-winemaker Claudio Quarta, the estate embodies his vision of reconnecting with his roots while applying a global perspective to winemaking. Today, Alessandra Quarta leads the company, recognized among Fortune Italia’s “40 Under Forty” Wine Industry Leaders in 2023. Together, they emphasize sustainability, cultural preservation, and the authentic expression of native Southern varieties, with Greco di Tufo as one of their proudest achievements.

Serving Suggestions:

Best served at 45–50 °F, this Greco di Tufo pairs beautifully with seafood dishes, delicate pastas, white meats, and slightly aged cheeses. An ideal match is paccheri with artichoke carbonara, which highlights the wine’s layered complexity and vibrant acidity. It also complements grilled chicken, lemon pasta, and seafood salad, making it versatile at the table.

The 2023 Claudio Quarta Greco di Tufo DOCG is a wine of stature and refinement, layered, structured, and deeply expressive of its volcanic origins. With its balance of richness, minerality, and fresh acidity, it embodies both the enduring traditions of Irpinia and the innovative spirit of the Quarta family.

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