At Vinitaly, the prestigious International wine fair held in Verona, there are always countless meetings, occasions for exchange, and moments of reflection. My impression this year is that a significant effort has been made to reorganize the fair: today it feels much more accessible and manageable for operators and professionals, which is something we can only welcome.

It is therefore no surprise that I focused on rosé wines, a category I follow closely as co-editor of the 100 Best Italian Rosé guide. For this reason I could not miss the tasting dedicated to Aglianico del Taburno Rosato, the first and still rare DOCG specifically for a rosé in Italy—making it particularly intriguing to understand the direction it is taking.

Overall, the average quality was very good, confirming impressions already gathered during the annual events dedicated to this denomination in Campania region, Southern Italy. Here are a few notes that may be useful for future comparisons and evaluations too.

Among the wines tasted, Cantine Iannella showed a bright tone and easy-going style. 36Casali stood out for its linearity and cleanliness, direct and well balanced. Viticoltori San Martino – Roseto leaned more toward herbal and medicinal notes rather than the more obvious pronounced fruit. Cavalier Falluto offered a recognizable Aglianico profile with earthy nuances. Nifo Sarrapochiello – Ma’rosa is still young, with exotic hints that promise well. Il Poggio displayed an appealing nose that remains authentic rather than overly seductive on the palate. Fontanavecchia – Tabarosa was rich yet restrained and elegant. Finally, Cantine Tora – Lady Pink, floral on the nose with a layered and dynamic palate.

A denomination that clearly intends to invest seriously in this style, confirming the growing centrality of rosé within winery portfolios and in the contemporary narrative of Italian wine.