Galluccio Wine Region

The reputable wine region of Galluccio has an array of wines known worldwide for their significance and reputation. Galluccio is a wine sub-region of Campania, located in southern Italy, northwest of Naples, the area boasting its highly productive viticulture. The wines in the Galluccio appellation can be red, white, and rosé, with a strong brand identity, produced mainly from three grape varieties. Gallucio's refinement and success result from unique methods, exquisite grapes, and an ideal climate. These elements created a style of wine found nowhere else in Italy or the world.

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Where is the Galluccio wine region located?

Situated in the region of Campania, in the south of Italy, Galluccio wine appellation has its vineyards covering the municipalities of Conca della Campania, Mignano Monte Lungo, Rocca d’Evandro, Tora and Piccilli in the Province of Caserta. They stretch 70 hectares, in overall. The prominent neighbouring wine appellations are Falerno del Massico, Cassavecchia di Pontelatone that are the closest, also Campi Flegrei, Costa d'Amalfi, Sannio, Vesuvio, Taurasi and Irpinia. The Campania wine region borders the Lazio wine region, which has a border with Galluccio too. 

History of Galluccio wine region

The Galluccio wine region is one of the most important wine appellations in Campania and the whole of Italy, and it has a long history of producing high-quality wines. The Galluccio wine region has been producing wines for centuries. In fact, it was already known as a producer of wines in the 18th century BC when Greeks inhabited the area, and many native grapes were growing there. Later, induced by the great location and propitious climate, Romans continued winemaking in Galluccio. However, under various people's leadership at different times, the region only acquired appellation status in 1997 and became an authorized Galluccio DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata). Since then, it has never ceased producing premier quality wines.

Galluccio wine region terroir

Galluccio wine region has volcanic soil, very similar to its neighbouring appellations, especially those near the city of Naples. The soil is dark and rich in potassium, basalt and minerals, fostering the balanced sweet taste of wine. The vineyards are placed at an altitude of 300-500 metres. The Galluccio region is characterized by a Mediterranean climate, which is very promising for vine growing. In Galluccio, the summers are warm, dry, and clear, while winters are cold, wet and partly cloudy. The temperature typically varies from 2 °C to 30 °C and is rarely below -2 °C or above34 °C.

Galluccio wine Charcteristics

Galluccio appellation produces red, rosé and white wines. The authorized grape varieties are: Aglianico, Aglianico-Piedirosso and Falanghina. Galluccio rosé and red wines contain at least 70% of Aglianico, while the Galluccio white wine is mainly produced from the Falanghina grape variety, which has a Greek origin. The minimum alcohol content for rosé and white wine is 11%, and 11.5% for Galluccio red wine. Galluccio Rosso, or red, is rich ruby-coloured, getting even darker with ageing, with sweetened tannins from the prolonged sunshine due to late harvest and ripening, and with the flavours of red fruit like cherry and sweet spices such as cinnamon. Galluccio Rosato, meaning rosé, has an intense pink colour, fruity and floral notes and is pleasantly acidic. As for Galluccio Bianco, or white wine, it is straw-yellow in colour and has floral aromas, such as acacia and fruity flavours of pears, lemon, and grapefruit. 

Food to pair with Galluccio wine 

Ragù Napoletano

Ragù Napoletano is a Campanian variant of classic ragù. Cooked with beef chunks in a hearty sauce made of veggies like tomatoes, carrots, onions, olive oil, red wine and lots of herbs like basil and thyme, this succulent meat dish goes exceptionally well with Galluccio red wine. ​​

Scialatielli all’Amalfitana

Scialatielli all'Amalfitana is a type of pasta typical to the region of Campania. This pasta is cooked in butter with a dash of olive oil, enriched with local seafood such as clams, shrimps, prawns and mussels, and topped with fresh parsley and lemon juice. Scialatielli all'Amalfitana is excellent to pair with a glass of Galluccio white wine.

Berry Semifreddo

Semifreddo is a semi-frozen cream, having the texture of a chewy white cake and flavoured with different fruits, confits, and nuts. Berry semifreddo inside has pistachios and various berries like raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. This typical Italian dessert is great to pair with a glass of Galluccio, fruity, crispy rosé or white wine.

Places to visit in the Galluccio wine region

Chiesa di Santo Stefano Protomartire

The Church of Saint Stephen Protomartyr is a house of worship in Galluccio. This Catholic Church consists of several naves and a tower, and it is an important religious and architectural monument, therefore an absolute must-see in the region. 

Chiesa San Bartolomeo

Chiesa San Bartolomeo is also a Catholic Church with a bell tower. The historic site – hit by war events, earthquakes, and other natural phenomena – has long been in a state of neglect and is now reduced to ruins, but then has gradually been restored and is worth visiting, reflecting the region's character.

Centro Sportivo Galluccio

The Galluccio Sports Center is a place to relax and have fun when you are in the region. It offers a semi-Olympic swimming pool, an 11-a-side football pitch on synthetic grass, two outdoor tennis courts and a beach volley or soccer field. It is also possible to rent the fields or the structure for any event or sporting activity. The Center is equipped with a bar refreshment, where you can have breakfast and a summer lunch in the swimming pool. Also, open for events and private parties.

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