Fonzone
フォンゾーネ
Organic Irpinia estate crafting Taurasi, Fiano and Greco di Tufo
Founded in 2005 by Lorenzo Fonzone Caccese — a former hand surgeon turned winegrower — Fonzone is a family estate in Paternopoli, at the heart of the Taurasi DOCG zone in Irpinia, Campania. Now guided by the next generation, the winery farms roughly 30 hectares of Aglianico, Fiano, Greco di Tufo and Falanghina using organic, biodiversity-focused viticulture — no herbicides, only organic amendments and pollinator hedgerows. From an almost entirely underground cellar, Fonzone produces around eight artisanal wines that express Irpinia's volcanic soils, including the flagship Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG, Fiano di Avellino DOCG, and Greco di Tufo Oikos Riserva DOCG.
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Who Is This For?
For those drawn to structured, age-worthy Aglianico-based reds and mineral, terroir-driven whites from Campania's volcanic Irpinia hills.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Fonzone located?
- In Paternopoli, within the Taurasi DOCG zone of Irpinia, in Italy's Campania region.
- Who founded Fonzone winery?
- Lorenzo Fonzone Caccese, a former hand surgeon, founded the estate in 2005; his children now run day-to-day operations.
- What are Fonzone's key wines?
- The flagship Scorzagalline Taurasi Riserva DOCG (Aglianico), Fiano di Avellino DOCG, and Greco di Tufo Oikos Riserva DOCG, alongside Irpinia DOC bottlings of Aglianico, Campi Taurasini and Fiano (Sequoia).
- Is Fonzone organic?
- Yes — the estate is farmed without herbicides or chemical fertilizers, using organic amendments, green manures and pollinator-friendly hedgerows.
- Do Fonzone wines pair with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes — the mineral whites (Fiano, Greco di Tufo) suit grilled fish and tempura, while the structured Taurasi complements grilled or simmered red meat dishes.