Falerno

/fəˈlɛrnoʊ/ noun

Definition

A modern Italian wine produced in the Falernian region of Campania, claimed to be the successor or revival of ancient Falernian wine.

Etymology

From Italian Falerno, directly continuing the Latin Falernum. Modern Italian winemakers in the region revived production of wines using the historic name and regional heritage.

Kelly Says

Italian winemakers brought back Falerno wine—trying to recreate the legendary Roman drink that ancient writers couldn't stop raving about over 2,000 years ago!

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