Combining ancient Etruscan techniques and biodynamic methods, Raffaele Diana cares for the old vineyards of native grapes inherited from his grandparents.

Located north of Naples, in Villa Literna, the Asprinio vines are trained with the ancient alberate system; running up, between and wrapped around trees as the supports.

Vines are in volcanic tuff soil, spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts in stainless steel tanks, aged in amphora.

Orange gold in colour, with aromas of orange, wildflowers, drizzle of caramel, saline minerality and hay. Tangy acidity and green tea tannins flank orange, lemon zest, pear, yellow apple, chalky minerality and a trace of candied ginger.

A streak of walnut accents the citrus zest finish.

Gaia Felix ‘Liternum’ Terre del Volturno IGT 2018