One of southern Italy’s most iconic grape varieties, Aglianico is perhaps the most vivid expression of Campania’s terroir. Almost the whole state is pimpled with volcanic cones, and many of the region’s vineyards grow from black volcanic basalt mixed with clay. Along the banks of the Calore River and near the ancient Roman bridge after which the winery is named, Alessandro and Graziano di Stasio farm their family estate and make the wine with this profound sense of earth in mind. This entry tier Aglianico offers a rich backbone of peppercorns, lavender, and dry soil alongside notes of black cherry and chocolate. On the palate, brawny tannins support a rich array of cherry fruit, baking spices and more pepper. The di Stasio family are making this wine for food, so there’s acidity here too, enough to keep the wine in balance. This is a cheerfully rustic, sturdy wine meant for hearty dishes cooked over an open flame.