DOC/DOCG€6-€25Wine of the Castelli Romani
The wines of the Castelli Romani are produced in the hilly territory southeast of Roma, an area historically known for viticulture since ancient times. Both white and red wines are made here, reflecting the terroir and native grape varieties of the region. Among them, Frascati DOC is the most representative: a white wine that can be dry, slightly sweet, or sparkling, produced mainly from Malvasia Bianca di Candia and/or Malvasia del Lazio grapes with varieties such as Trebbiano. Alongside Frascati, the area also produces reds and rosés under the Castelli Romani DOC designation, territorial interpretations of grapes such as Sangiovese, Merlot, Cesanese, and others.
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Cultural significance
In the Castelli Romani, wine is not just an agricultural product but a historical element linking countryside and city: ancient patrician villas cultivated vineyards, and wine was already traveling toward Roma during the imperial era. Viticulture remains tied to conviviality and everyday cuisine rather than exclusive celebration.
Origin story
The Frascati designation is one of the oldest in Italy and was among the first to be regulated under DOC status. The vineyards lie on the Colli Albani, on mineral-rich volcanic soils that give the wine its recognizable aromatic profile. The DOC also includes more prestigious versions such as Frascati Superiore DOCG and Cannellino di Frascati DOCG, a sweet dessert wine connected to local tradition. Alongside Frascati, the Castelli Romani DOC designation includes whites, rosés, and reds typical of Lazio viticulture.
Where to find Wine of the Castelli Romani in Roma
• Wineries of the Castelli Romani and Frascati • Specialty wine shops in Lazio • Collaborations with local wineries For a Trouvenir experience: visit a vineyard or winery in the Castelli Romani and taste directly from the producer.
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What makes Wine of the Castelli Romani authentic?
In the Castelli Romani, wine is not just an agricultural product but a historical element linking countryside and city: ancient patrician villas cultivated vineyards, and wine was already traveling toward Roma during the imperial era. Viticulture remains tied to conviviality and everyday cuisine rather than exclusive celebration.
Where to find Wine of the Castelli Romani in Roma?
• Wineries of the Castelli Romani and Frascati • Specialty wine shops in Lazio • Collaborations with local wineries For a Trouvenir experience: visit a vineyard or winery in the Castelli Romani and taste directly from the producer.
How much does Wine of the Castelli Romani cost?
€6-€25
Why choose Wine of the Castelli Romani as a gift?
Questo vino racconta il rapporto continuo tra Roma e il suo territorio agricolo circostante. Porta con sé l’idea della convivialità semplice: mangiare, bere e stare insieme senza formalità. È il ricordo di una Roma che si estende oltre i monumenti, verso colline, vigne e paesi storici.
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