What does it take to bring a nearly forgotten wine tradition back to life?

About Massimo Alois

Massimo Alois is part of the family behind Fattoria Alois, a winery in Campania, southern Italy, dedicated to preserving the region’s winemaking heritage and championing its indigenous grape varieties.

In This Episode

Jessica Dupuy sits down with Massimo to explore the story of Pallagrello Bianco, Pallagrello Nero, and Casavecchia, grapes that nearly disappeared and are now finding new life through the work of passionate local producers.

From Campania’s volcanic soils and the Alois family’s history to the challenges of reviving native varieties, the conversation looks at how wine connects us to a place and its past. Massimo also shares his thoughts on wine pricing, making wine more accessible, and why wine is about more than what’s in the glass. It’s part of the food, culture, and traditions that bring people together.

► SHOW INDEX ◄

00:00 – Introduction
11:29 – Meet Massimo Alois and Discover Campania
14:30 – The Alois Family’s History in Southern Italy
22:30 – Campania’s Volcanic Soils and Their Influence on Wine
25:00 – From Silk Production to Winemaking
30:00 – The History of Campania’s Indigenous Grapes
35:30 – Pallagrello Bianco, Pallagrello Nero, and Casavecchia
37:30 – Why Reviving Nearly Forgotten Grapes Matters
40:00 – Preserving Southern Italy’s Wine Heritage
45:00 – The Challenges of Reviving Indigenous Varieties
50:00 – Understanding the Wines of Alta Campania
55:00 – Wine, Food, Culture, and Affordability
1:01:22 – Misconceptions About Southern Italian Wine
1:07:15 – Exploring Campania: History, Architecture, and Culture
1:12:00 – The Connection Between Wine, Nature, and Landscape
1:13:17 – Closing Conversation

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