Esino

The Esino wines, protected by the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), are divided into White, also produced in the Sparkling version, and Red, also produced in the Novello version.

Grapes

The Esino white wines, both the basic version and the sparkling version, are produced with grapes from vineyards composed, for at least 50%, of Verdicchio grape. Other white grapes suitable for cultivation in the Marche region may contribute to the remaining quota, either jointly or severally. In Esino reds, on the other hand, the basic quota required for Sangiovese and/or Montepulciano is at least 60%. The remaining 40% (maximum) is made up of other black grapes that can be grown in the Marche region.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

The white wine (minimum total alcoholic strength by volume of 10.5% vol.) has a light straw yellow colour, combined with a characteristic and intense aroma and a dry flavour. In the Sparkling version (9.5% vol.), the tonality becomes more decisive, the smell is enriched with fruity elements and the taste becomes fresh. Both Red (10.5% vol.) and Red novello (11% vol.), on the other hand, have a ruby colour. The former, however, stands out for its intense characteristic aroma and dry taste, while the latter has a fragrant and fine aroma and a dry, harmonious and velvety taste. Finally, all types of Esino, if stored in cask, may have a slight hint of wood.

Grape production area

The production area includes the entire province of Ancona and part of the province of Macerata. The territory is gently hilly, between the Adriatic Sea and the Sibillini mountains, and crossed by the river Esino.

Specificity and historical notes

Viticulture in the Esino area was already widespread in Roman times, but it came to life in the Middle Ages, thanks to the role of the monastic orders, especially Cistercians and Benedictines, who founded many abbeys here.