Pino Between Viticulture and History
Accommodation in Pino
Pino Between Viticulture and History
Those who choose Pino for an independent trip through Italy will find a place with clear connections to viticulture, the rural landscape, and history. The vineyards of Azienda Agricola Elena Catalano are located in the municipality of Benevento, more precisely in Contrada Monte Pino, and extend across 10 hectares on a single slope. Your orientation therefore begins with specific aspects of the landscape and agriculture. This combination is well suited to travel planning that considers the landscape, regional products, and historical traces together.
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Viticulture in Monte Pino
The vineyards are located at around 400 metres above sea level. At the production site in the Monte Pino area, there are loamy, well-drained soils with a pronounced clay content; they are rich in lime as well as potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Anyone interested in the origin of a wine will find an objective perspective on cultivation here. This makes it possible to understand viticulture in Monte Pino through its agricultural surroundings as well.
Sannio Grape Varieties and Wine Profile
Azienda Agricola Elena Catalano cultivates the historic grape varieties of Sannio-Taburno: Aglianico, Falanghina, and Coda di Volpe. Its range includes the wine “Sannio DOC Aglianico Pino”. The wine “Pino, Aglianico DOC Sannio” displays a deep ruby-red colour, intense spicy and fruity aromas, and a soft, lively tannic character. It is medium-bodied and harmonious. If you would like to get to know regional wines not only through their designation of origin but also through their style and grape varieties, Pino offers several specific points of reference.
Historical Traces Around Pino
Pino’s early history dates back to 1114: in Benevento, a plot of land with a vineyard in the locality of Pino is mentioned. The history of the Azienda Agricola Elena Catalano family estate began in 1923, when Ferdinando Catalano acquired the present-day Tenuta in Monte Pino, which dates back to 1825. The Palazzo di Paolo V is located in the vicinity of Pino. For visitors interested in culture, this palace adds another historical point of reference to the area’s viticulture.
Places in Contrada Pino
Two specific places are relevant for orientation in Contrada Pino. Terra Reale is located in Contrada Pino, Benevento, and is surrounded by dense olive groves and orchards. The owners of Terra Reale welcome guests. Also in Contrada Pino, Il Triclinio del Fauno is an agriturismo with 35 places and 7 beds. As a result, agriculturally oriented places are also central to the area, alongside viticulture.
Your Guide to the Stay
When choosing accommodation for your stay in Pino, you can consciously set the focus of your trip: Would you like to explore viticulture and grape varieties, follow historical connections, or get to know the specific places in Contrada Pino? Distinguishing between Pino, Contrada Pino, and Monte Pino helps keep your planning factual. Your interests can range from regional wine to cultural history.
More Destinations
For further travel planning, you can also explore Apice Vecchio, Cerreto Sannita, Paduli, Beltiglio-San Giovanni, Castelpagano, Pannarano, Luzzano, and Faicchio.
To the higher-level travel overview: Benevento.
