2019 Molise Campi Valerio Astrorosso.

Wine: 2019 “Questo Vino Non Esiste”

Producer: Campi Valerio

Region: Molise, Italy

Vintage: 2019

Grape Variety: 100% Tintilia

About the Grape:

Tintilia is Molise’s flagship native variety, long overlooked but recently rediscovered for its exceptional character. It is a late-ripening grape that thrives in the region’s rugged hills and limestone soils. Typically, Tintilia wines are known for their deep color, vibrant acidity, firm tannins, and complex aromatic profiles, often blending ripe dark fruits with earthy and spicy undertones. It is a grape that can yield wines of great authenticity, elegance, and aging potential.

Tasting Notes:

Appearance:

Deep ruby with violet reflections, vibrant and intense, suggesting both concentration and youthful energy.

Nose:

The bouquet is expressive and authentic: ripe blackberries, sour cherries, and red currants dominate the foreground, while undertones of wild herbs, sweet spices, and a touch of balsamic emerge with aeration. Subtle hints of tobacco leaf, cocoa powder, and mineral notes reflect both the variety’s rustic nature and the influence of the Molisan terroir.

Palate:

Full-bodied and structured, with vivid acidity that carries the wine across the palate. The fruit is lush yet fresh, showing flavors of dark plum, morello cherry, and pomegranate. Firm but well-integrated tannins provide grip without harshness. Spicy and savory accents — black pepper, cloves, and a faint iron-like minerality — add layers of complexity. The finish is long and slightly earthy, leaving an impression of both elegance and authenticity.

Structure:

The wine is well-balanced, combining the natural vivacity of Tintilia with polished winemaking. It has the backbone for aging but is already highly enjoyable with some aeration.

Serving Suggestions:

Ideal with rich dishes such as lamb ragù, braised beef, or roasted game birds. Also excellent with mature cheeses and hearty stews. Decant for at least one hour before serving to allow the wine to fully open.

Drinking Window:

Now to 2032. PM 91