IGT · since 1999
Epomeo
Wine · PGI · 6 municipalities
Recognized since 1999, the Epomeo IGT spans six Campania municipalities, including Barano d'Ischia and Lacco Ameno. This designation distinguishes itself from neighboring mainland territories by serving as a dedicated declassification fallback for the historic Ischia DOC, which was established in 1966. To preserve this distinct hierarchy, Epomeo's regulations strictly forbid any prestigious labeling qualifiers, outlawing terms like 'superiore' or 'riserva'. The wines, featuring varieties such as Biancolella and Piedirosso, must reach a minimum natural alcohol level of 9.0% volume. This ensures a dry, balanced profile that captures the local viticultural character.
Piedirosso %9% vol min140 q/ha maxsource ↗
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The facts
- Colour
- more or less intense ruby red (red); more or less intense straw yellow (white); more or less intense pink (rosé)
- Taste
- dry, balanced (red, white); dry, balanced, sometimes medium-sweet (rosé)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Epomeo produced?
- Epomeo is produced in 6 municipalities in Campania, Italy: Barano d'Ischia, Casamicciola Terme, Forio, Ischia and more.
- What grape is Epomeo made from?
- Epomeo is made from Piedirosso, Aglianico, Guarnaccia, Sciascinoso, Biancolella, Forastera, Coda di Volpe, Falanghina, Greco.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Epomeo?
- The minimum alcohol content of Epomeo is 9% vol.
- What does IGT mean?
- IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) identifies wines typical of a broader geographic area, with more flexible rules than DOC/DOCG.