andiamotrips - campania, italy with karen phillips

On Wednesday, September 25th, in the quaint waters of Santa Lucia's small port in Naples, an extraordinary event took place. A case containing 450 bottles of limoncello from the renowned Antica Distilleria Petrone was submerged, marking a significant milestone for the Caserta-based company. Notably, this is the first time the aging process is being conducted in the Gulf of Naples, following the previous underwater aging experiments off the coast of Mondragone, near the ancient submerged city of Sinuessa. For this prestigious experiment, Andrea Petrone , the general manager of Antica Distilleria Petrone, chose the iconic backdrop of Castel dell'Ovo. The limoncello, a quintessential Italian liqueur and a symbol of Campania, will rest 15 meters below the surface for approximately a year. During this period, it will be gently rocked by the sea currents, maintaining a constant temperature, and remaining completely shielded from light, oxygen, and lunar phases. Upon retrieval, the l...

Last Wednesday night, we had a fantastic evening at Tramonto Wine Bar in Bacoli (NA), where we delved into the rich and vibrant world of Fiano di Avellino wines. As part of my  Campania in a Calice series, this event aimed to highlight the unique flavors and history of this beloved wine from the Campania region. If you couldn’t join us, don't fret—I'm here to give you the full scoop on what you missed. The evening began with a warm welcome from the Tramonto team, setting the perfect ambiance for our tasting journey. We sampled a selection of Fiano di Avellino wines  from Villa Raiano , Cantina Di Meo , Feudi di San Gregorio , Guido Marsalla , and C antina Dryas each one a beautiful expression of the Fiano di Avellino grape . From the crisp and floral notes to the more robust and mineral-rich flavors, the variety among the wines was truly impressive. Our guests were treated to expert insights on the winemaking process, the unique characteristics of the Fiano grape, and the...