Casavecchia Monte Maggiore | The Boar

Casavecchia Monte Maggiore | The Boar

Sale price€49,00
Red
Campania (IT)
Terre del Volturno IGT
Casavecchia 100%
Enjoy it within 6 years
11,5% vol.
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Production and refinement

From a vineyard trained with the Guyot system on predominantly clay soils with a significant presence of volcanic matrices, with southeast exposure (Il Verro) situated at an altitude of 330 meters above sea level. Harvest in the first decade of October.

The harvested grapes undergo destemming and gentle pressing. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel fermenters. Aging in oak tonneaux for a period ranging from 15 to 18 months depending on the characteristics of the vintage.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful ruby red color with slightly violet reflections.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, there are hints of well-ripened red fruit (especially berries), violet, vanilla, and complex spicy notes.

Tasting

On the palate, it shows authoritative structure with well-integrated and evolved tannins, excellent persistence, and flavor-olfactory correspondence, with lovely returns of the aromas detected on the nose.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Casavecchia Monte Maggiore | The Boar ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Campania, Caserta

Hectares of vineyards: 5

Il Verro Azienda Agricola

The name that the people of Monte Maggiore gave to the male wild boar ("‘u verru") and a friendship that began between school desks in the 1960s led five friends to transform a gentle slope, overrun by brambles, into a company that produces organic wine and olive oil.

This initiative found its highest expression in the discovery, recognition, and safeguarding of the "Coda di Pecora" grape variety, of which they are the only producers, to enhance its historical heritage and reintroduce the traditions of the territory encapsulated in this unique variety.

Il Verro Azienda Agricola

Alongside the rare grape variety "Coda di Pecora," the Il Verro cellar cultivates other local historical grapes such as Pallagrello and Casavecchia.

Cesare Avenia, now the sole owner, acts as an ambassador for these wines to bring his Caserta to the world. All this on 5 meticulously cultivated hectares, producing approximately 30,000 bottles per year.

Region and territory

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Millennial tradition, traditional cultivation, and enhancement of native varieties and terroirs

Campania

Viticulture in Campania has its roots in ancient Greek tradition, when numerous grape varieties now considered native were introduced by the Hellenics. Powdery mildew and phylloxera arrived later than elsewhere, but the damage was enormous, and the path to quality was only taken from the 1980s onwards.
Recently, Campanian wines have seen incredible success thanks to a production characterized by traditional agriculture, with a strong focus on environmental preservation and sustainability. Many of Campania's wineries are family-owned and produce high-quality wines in small quantities.

In general, Campanian viticulture is characterized by a great variety of terroirs and native varieties, which give rise to wines of great quality and personality, each with its own unique characteristics. For many years, the imposing Taurasi DOCG was the only wine to be awarded the DOCG status, but since 2003, Greco di Tufo DOCG and Fiano di Avellino DOC have also been recognized, and since 2011, Aglianico del Taburno has also been honored with this designation. In the rest of the region, there are also 15 DOC and 10 IGT wines.

Caserta

The province of Caserta is an almost forgotten territory that today, thanks to the skilled work of winemakers, is yielding excellent results in terms of wine production. Many producers, by innovating and diversifying their cultivations, have initiated a recovery effort, even of historical grape varieties. A cradle of many indigenous grape varieties, the most important and rare is Asprinio. Maturation occurs between late September and the first decade of October. The climate is continental, with mostly clayey soils.

In the province of Caserta, there are three DOC denominations and three IGT. The Aversa DOC denomination, shared with the province of Naples, is dedicated to white wine, especially in its sparkling version, produced with Asprinio. With the Casavecchia grape, red wines of Casavecchia di Pontelatone DOC are produced, including the reserve version. The Falerno del Massico DOC denomination is reserved for wines made from Falanghina, Aglianico, Piedirosso, and Primitivo. Wines from the Galluccio DOC are obtained from Falanghina, Aglianico, Pallagrello Bianco, and Pallagrello Nero grapes.
The province of Caserta, an almost forgotten land, is experiencing a wine renaissance thanks to the passionate work of its winemakers.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

The structure and bold character of this great red wine pair well with dishes of equally intense flavors, with beautiful olfactory persistence and excellent structure.

Matching by contrast

The elegance, smoothness, and complexity of this Montemaggiore IGT Terre del Volturno marry well with intense meat dishes, in preparations that impart a slight bitterness (such as grilling).

It pairs well with

Dishes based on red meat, grilled or roasted, such as grilled fillet, Florentine steak, or herb-crusted lamb; aged cheeses; game such as stewed wild boar, hunter-style hare, or roasted duck; pasta dishes with robust sauces; traditional Campanian dishes: from eggplant parmigiana to pasta and potatoes.

Matching by concordance

The structure and bold character of this great red wine pair well with dishes of equally intense flavors, with beautiful olfactory persistence and excellent structure.

Matching by contrast

The elegance, smoothness, and complexity of this Montemaggiore IGT Terre del Volturno marry well with intense meat dishes, in preparations that impart a slight bitterness (such as grilling).

It pairs well with

Dishes based on red meat, grilled or roasted, such as grilled fillet, Florentine steak, or herb-crusted lamb; aged cheeses; game such as stewed wild boar, hunter-style hare, or roasted duck; pasta dishes with robust sauces; traditional Campanian dishes: from eggplant parmigiana to pasta and potatoes.

Grilled Meat

Skewers, pork, steaks, up to the noble Florentine steak... grilling enhances the flavor of the meat (properly marinated) and makes it pleasantly charred. Best enjoyed in company for truly convivial barbecues, always being careful not to place the meat directly over the flame.

Eggplant Parmigiana

Tomato, fried eggplants, basil, and mozzarella, all packed with flavor for a dish that symbolizes Mediterranean cuisine. A savory and intense vegetarian dish, excellent as a standalone option or as a side dish to main courses, perfect for hearty and cheerful lunches.

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