presented by Joshua Terrell from Sunrise Wines
Alovini Sterparo
In the late 1980s, Salento winemaker Oronzo Alò moved to Basilicata to collaborate with leading wineries. His new home is on the slopes of the majestic Vulture volcanic mountain range, a breathtaking panorama where olive trees, chestnut trees, and vineyards surround the picturesque Monticchio lakes. It is in this highly vocational winemaking region, and after years of experience and technical expertise acquired among these vineyards, that Oronzo decided to find his winery and produce high-quality wines. Family-owned wine producer Sterparo is in a small village in Southern Italy and draws upon its regional roots to create first-rate, versatile wines. Today, they not only produce excellent wine, but also contribute, through the work carried out in these territories, to enriching the social and economic value of activities promoting rural heritage, hospitality, and accommodation.
Basilicata Greco ~ 2024
Aged in stainless steel tanks and in the bottle for at least two months. A small portion is aged in small acacia barrels to impart subtle sweet and spicy notes. A high-quality, elegant, and well-structured wine that is also well-suited for bottle aging.
Appellation: Basilicata, Italy
Grapes: 100% Greco – ABV 13%
Tasting notes: Brilliant straw-yellow with slight golden hues. Fruity, intense, aromatic, and enveloping. Full-bodied, fresh, and persistent, with a pleasant streak of acidity.
Pairing: A full-bodied wine, excellent as an aperitif and pairing well with rich appetizers, risottos, shellfish, fish dishes, and white meats.
Producer: Alovini Sterparo
Basilicata Bianco ~ 2024
Appellation: Basilicata, Italy
Grapes: Malvasia 40%, Fiano 30%, Chardonnay 30%. – ABV 12.5%
Tasting notes: Pale, brilliant straw-yellow. Fruity—characteristic of the variety—intense, and balanced. Fresh, smooth, and persistent with a slight acidic note; very pleasant in its harmony.
Pairing: Ideal as an aperitif, as well as with appetizers, seafood dishes, fresh cheeses, and white meats.
Producer: Alovini Sterparo
Basilicata Rosso ~ 2024
A simple but quality wine, elegant, well balanced and modern.
Appellation: Basilicata, Italy
Grapes: Aglianico 70%, Sangiovese 30% – ABV 12.5%
Tasting notes: Ruby red with slight purple hues; vinous and enveloping, with delicate aromas of cherry, violet, and raspberry; savory and full-bodied, easy and ready to drink, with a pleasant, velvety tannic note..
Pairing: A classic wine that pairs beautifully with typical regional cuisine—simple yet rich in flavor—including spicy pasta dishes, lamb and beef main courses, cured meats, and medium-aged cheeses.
Producer: Alovini Sterparo
Basilicata Primitivo ~ 2022
Simple but high-quality wine with good structure, elegant, well balanced, pleasant and seductive when young.
Appellation: Basilicata, Italy
Grapes: Primitivo 90%, Merlot 10%. – ABV 13.5%
Tasting notes: Deep ruby red with purple hues. An enveloping, vinous bouquet featuring delicate aromas of cherry, violet, and raspberry. Round, powerful, and intriguing on the palate, with sweet notes of ripe red fruit jam; despite its full body, it is approachable and ready to drink, offering a pleasant, velvety tannic quality.
Pairing: Pairs beautifully with traditional Mediterranean cuisine—simple yet rich in flavor—as well as spicy pasta dishes, roasted lamb or beef, and medium-aged cheeses
Producer: Alovini Sterparo
