Fratelli Urciuolo is located in Forino, Avellino, Campania ,Italy. The Italian Wines 2011 listed the 2006 Taurasi with three red glasses and noted it as a particularly good value.
We visited the winery on May 13, 2011. They have a new tasting room under construction and we were told it would be open in a couple of weeks. There is good signage and the location is on a main road and easy to locate.
The estate is managed by brothers Ciro and Antonello Urciuolo. They are diligent in providing top quality with good prices. In addition to the Taurasi, they produce Fiano di Avellino Greco di Tufo, Aglianico and Falanghina. We purchased Taurasi and Aglianico.
Taurasi comes from the Aglianico grape. The grape macerates for 10-15 days then is pressed softly, aged in oak 24-25 months and then held in the bottle for 10-12 months before release. The finished wine is very drinkable now but has the potential for extended aging. A nose of forest floor toward a meaty balsamic sensation, then fruity sweetness with balanced tannins and a nice soft finish.
This wine has along with the Cantina del Barone Fiano di Avellino has been the lifeblood of our travels. The Urciuolo is imported and according to the brothers is distributed across the United States.
Let us know if you find it. In Italy the price is 15 euro, about 22.00 US.
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