Falerno del Massico
Wine · PDO · 5 municipalities
Falerno del Massico DOC, produced by 117 verified growers in five Campania municipalities including Carinola and Mondragone, distinguishes itself from neighbouring regional denominations through its highly specific varietal diversity. Unlike nearby zones dedicated to single grapes, this territory allows three distinct varietal expressions: a Falanghina-dominant white, an Aglianico-led red containing a minimum of 60% Aglianico, and a Primitivo-based red. All typologies must adhere to a strict maximum yield of 10.0 tonnes per hectare. Standard red wines undergo at least 12 months of ageing, and the final product cannot be sealed with crown caps or sold in containers exceeding 12 liters.
The facts
- Colour
- intense ruby red, tending to garnet with aging
- Taste
- dry or off-dry, warm, robust and harmonious
The producers 117
+ 111 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Falerno del Massico produced?
- Falerno del Massico is produced in 5 municipalities in Campania, Italy: Carinola, Cellole, Falciano del Massico, Mondragone and more.
- What grape is Falerno del Massico made from?
- Falerno del Massico is made from Aglianico (min 60%), Piedirosso, altri vitigni idonei alla coltivazione per la regione Campania.
- How long must Falerno del Massico age?
- Falerno del Massico must age at least 12 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Falerno del Massico?
- The minimum alcohol content of Falerno del Massico is 12% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.