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Clelia Romano
Winemaker
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i. Biography
Coming Up
At Colli di Lapio, the work has been defined by continuity, not novelty. Since 1994, Clelia Romano has tied the estate to Lapio, in Campania, with a steady approach built on stewardship and the long view of family winegrowing. The house name and her own have become closely linked through Fiano di Avellino, the grape most associated with the estate in Irpinia and with her role in its public identity.
Where They Are Now
As matriarch of the family winery in Lapio, Campania, Italy, Clelia Romano occupies a role that signals continuity as much as authority. Since 2022, that designation has described the living center of Colli di Lapio, where place remains part of the wine’s identity and the estate’s name continues to sit alongside hers. Fiano di Avellino remains the clearest marker of that association, carrying the estate’s lineage and the recognition attached to her work in Irpinia.
Signature
Clelia's signature dishes include Fiano di Avellino 'Clelia' and 2019 Fiano di Avellino. Read together, they show a style anchored in naming, place, and consistency: the wine and the estate are her own identity, while the vintage-specific bottling points to a distinct expression within that same framework. Fiano di Avellino 'Clelia' carries her name directly into the label, and 2019 Fiano di Avellino extends that line through a dated release from the same source. In both cases, the emphasis stays on the estate’s continuity and the close association between Clelia Romano and Colli di Lapio.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Clelia
What is Clelia Romano's current role?
As of 2026, Clelia Romano is Matriarch of the family winery.
What is Clelia Romano known for?
Fiano di Avellino.
