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The Wine History of the Lazio Region: Between Roman Heritage and Volcanic Terroirs
Lazio, or Lazio in Italian, is much more than a central region of Italy. It is a cultural and wine cradle rooted in Roman antiquity. Its rolling landscapes, volcanic soil, and Mediterranean climate offer a unique terroir suitable for viticulture. For centuries, this Italian region has been synonymous with authentic wines, blending history and modernity.
A Millennial Roman Heritage
Lazio's wine history dates back to ancient Rome. The Romans, great wine lovers, perfected winemaking techniques inherited from the Etruscans and Greeks. At that time, wine was not just a drink: it was a symbol of civilization, power, and conviviality.
The vineyards surrounding Rome produced highly prized wines, such as the famous Falerner, described as a rich and powerful wine, whose spicy flavors and amber color were particularly appreciated. This wine, made from the (now extinct) Aminea variety, marked history as one of the first great crus of antiquity.
The Romans also introduced innovative viticultural practices for the time: stone vats, wax-sealed amphorae, and aging methods to improve wine preservation and taste.
An Exceptional Terroir: The Volcanic Soils and Hills of the Castelli Romani
Lazio benefits from a diversity of soils and climates that shape the quality of its wines. The volcanic hills of the Castelli Romani, located southeast of Rome, are particularly suitable for viticulture. These soils, rich in minerals, bring remarkable freshness and minerality to the wines, especially for white grape varieties, in this region near Rome.
Lazio's vineyards extend up to 600 meters in altitude, where cooler, more humid air promotes slow grape ripening. In the plains and along the Tyrrhenian coast, calcareous and sandy soils, combined with a hot and dry climate, are ideal for red grape varieties.
The exceptional natural conditions of Lazio, especially in the Castelli Romani, are reflected in its wines: from fresh and fruity whites to mineral and intense reds, this region offers a palette of varied flavors.
The Evolution of Viticulture Through the Centuries
In the Middle Ages, wine production in Lazio, or Lazio in Italian, flourished under the influence of religious orders and the Papal States. Meticulously maintained vineyards produced wines for the Church and the nobility. The anecdote of the "Est! Est!! Est!!!" wine, popularized by a German bishop, testifies to the renown of Lazio wines throughout medieval Europe.
In the 19th century, Lazio experienced a viticultural revival with the unification of Italy and the improvement of winemaking techniques. Today, passionate winemakers like Riccardo Cotarella continue to enhance local grapes, transforming the terroir's potential into high-quality wines.
Lazio, a land of basaltic hills and ancient traditions, is a wine region that embodies the essence of Italy. Its wines, rooted in heritage and enhanced by modern techniques, are an invitation to explore the richness of this unique terroir. Whether for a fresh white wine or a powerful red, each bottle tells a story, that of a region where Rome and Lazio wine are much more than a heritage: they represent an art of living.
Our winemakers from the Lazio region
Le Coste: Between Ecology, Diversity, and Natural Wines
In 2004, Gian Marco Antonuzzi and Clémentine Bouveron founded Le Coste, an estate located in Gradoli, in the heart of Lazio, between Rome and Florence, on the basaltic shores of Lake Bolsena. Inspired by their experience with major natural wine figures like Didier Barral and Philippe Pacalet, they reinvented an old "vineyard and olive grove garden" abandoned for over twenty years. The project gradually developed, blending respect for biodiversity, traditional know-how, and modernity. Today, the estate spans 14 hectares including vineyards, olive groves, and fruit trees, reflecting sustainable polyculture.
A Unique Terroir
The mineral-rich basaltic soils, combined with altitude (450-600 meters) and constant winds, offer ideal conditions for cultivating local grape varieties such as Aleatico, Grechetto Rosso, and Procanico. The densely planted vines, using ancient techniques, are cultivated without chemicals. Biodynamic preparations and homemade composts strengthen the natural balance of the soils and plants.
Natural Winemaking
At Le Coste, each step of winemaking respects a minimalist and natural philosophy. Harvesting is manual, fermentations are spontaneous thanks to indigenous yeasts, and no additives or sulfur are used. The unfiltered and unfined wines rest in cement tanks or old oak barrels, revealing unique purity and sincerity.
Living and Expressive Wines
The estate produces a varied range of red, white, rosé, and orange wines, all characterized by their drinkability and depth. These cuvées embody the soul of the Bolsena terroir: lively, free, and of great authenticity. This estate is an ode to sustainable agriculture and natural wine, a source of inspiration for lovers of sincere red wines.
Corvagialla: An Adventure of Passion and Respect for Nature
Founded in 2007 by Beatrice Arweiler, Corvagialla was born from a deep desire to combine environmental commitment with artisanal creation. After a career in fashion and cinema, Beatrice decided to transform a corner of Italy into a model of a circular and sustainable farm. The beginnings were modest: olive trees, fruit trees, and organic vegetable gardens. But quickly, the estate expanded to include animals, vines, and finally a cellar, built in 2016 to produce exceptional natural wines.
A Philosophy Rooted in the Earth
From its early days, Corvagialla has been committed to regenerative and biodynamic agriculture, certified organic since 2018. The "0/0" philosophy, the true heart of the viticultural approach, reflects an uncompromising practice: nothing is added, nothing is removed. Fermentations are spontaneous, led by indigenous yeasts, without sulfites or additives. Each wine, unfiltered and unfined, tells the raw and authentic story of the estate's terroir.
Natural Wine as a Heritage
In 2021, Niccolo, Beatrice's son, took over winemaking with expertise acquired at the University of Mendoza and from Gianmarco Antonuzzi, a key figure in Corvagialla's beginnings. Today, each cuvée is a celebration of respect for the land and the seasons. Faced with climate challenges, Corvagialla remains faithful to its mission: to adapt with humility while remaining a model of excellence in natural crus.
The Emblematic Wines of the Lazio Region
Frascati Superiore DOCG, a true star of Italian white wines, comes from the Castelli Romani hills. This blend of Malvasia and Trebbiano seduces with its freshness and aromas, making it a must-have to accompany fish and fresh cheeses. Already appreciated in Roman times, Frascati Superiore DOCG continues to embody the excellence of Lazio whites.
In red, Cesanese di Affile stands out as a regional pride. This emblematic grape variety produces powerful and elegant wines, with notes of black fruits and spices. Cesanese di Affile, appreciated for its tannic structure, is ideal for accompanying rich dishes. It perfectly symbolizes the diversity and unique character of Lazio reds, confirming the celebrated reputation of Cesanese di Affile among the great Italian grape varieties.
Lazio Grape Varieties: An Authentic Richness to Discover
The Lazio region, located in the heart of Italy, abounds with indigenous grape varieties that bear witness to a millennial wine history. These varieties, adapted to their basaltic terroirs, offer an exceptional diversity of flavors and characters. Thanks to these indigenous grape varieties, Lazio's wine production stands out for its unique wines that combine tradition and authenticity. Here is an overview of the main red and white grape varieties cultivated in Lazio, available in our shop.
Red Grape Varieties
Colorino
Colorino is a dark red grape variety, appreciated for its "dyeing" role in blends. It is distinguished by its intense aromas of blueberry, blackberry, peony, and balsamic notes. Its thick skin, rich in anthocyanins, gives the beverages a deep color, while balancing lighter grape varieties with its powerful tannins. Often used in addition to Sangiovese, it brings a vibrant and harmonious touch.
Montepulciano
Although often associated with Abruzzo, Montepulciano also finds its place in Lazio. This red grape variety offers structured red wines with aromas of ripe black fruits and spicy notes. Montepulciano is ideal for enhancing the complexity and color of other grape varieties in blends.
Sangiovese
Sangiovese, nicknamed "Jupiter's blood," is a staple of Italian viticulture. Its red wines reveal aromas of cherry, plum, and dried herbs, often accompanied by vibrant acidity and supple tannins. In Lazio, it is used to produce elegant reds, sometimes as a single varietal or in blends.
White Grape Varieties
Grechetto
Among the white grape varieties, Grechetto is another jewel of Lazio. Originally from Greece, Grechetto is now recognized for its full-bodied and expressive wines, with aromas of yellow fruits, nuts, and a mineral touch. Its robustness positions it as a must-have for lovers of balanced whites.
Malvasia
Malvasia is a family of grape varieties offering great diversity. In Lazio, the Malvasia grape variety produces aromatic Italian white wines with floral and fruity notes, sometimes used to make sweet or fortified wines. This Malvasia grape variety is ideal for those seeking complex flavors and a beautiful roundness on the palate.
Moscato
Moscato, known for its enchanting aromas of flowers and tropical fruits, is highly appreciated in Lazio. Whether vinified as sparkling or sweet, it seduces with its natural sweetness and freshness.
Procanico
A noble variant of Trebbiano Toscano, Procanico is distinguished by its finesse. It is known for producing elegant Italian white wines, with subtle aromas of citrus, white flowers, and beautiful acidity. This emblematic grape variety of Lazio is perfect for light and refreshing wines.
A Uniqueness to Appreciate
Lazio's indigenous grape varieties reflect the authenticity and richness of this little-known wine region. Their diversity allows for the production of wines suitable for all occasions, whether intense reds or aromatic whites. Each bottle is an invitation to discover and better understand a unique terroir, shaped by volcanoes and the passion of winemakers.
In our shop, find these grape varieties and let yourself be seduced by their nuances and inimitable character. Discover natural and expressive wines that capture the very essence of this fascinating region.
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Bianco Blanc 2012, Le Coste
This simple Italian white is made from a blend of Procanico and Malvasia grown on the volcanic soils of Lazio, on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. The grapes are lightly crushed and then immediately pressed. The first must settles for a few days before being transferred to the bottom of the cellar, in a natural cave, where it ferments slowly in French oak barrels for about a year. A delicate amber color, for a wine with an elegant and lively nose that lingers on the palate with notes of yellow fruits, enhanced in the magnum format.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosso Cereza Red 2017
A light red wine made from the Italian Ciliegiolo grape variety. Unfiltered. Ideal serving temperature: 16/18°C.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosso Delle Grotte Red 2015
Corvagialla
Sangiovese on volcanic soil.
First vintage from Béatrice Artweiller and supervised by Gianmarco Antonuzzi of Le Coste. 100% Sangiovese grape from Lazzio. Aged 6 months in oak barrels and 6 months in bottle. A light and floral red.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
L'Abboccatello Blanc 2012, Le Coste
The Abboccatello cuvée is made from a blend of white table grapes picked directly from the vines of the Le Coste estate, a vineyard with volcanic soils located on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. Here, fermentation has been interrupted, which gives the wine a certain sweetness on the nose and palate, with floral, slightly honeyed notes. To be enjoyed in the charming company of seafood dishes.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
The Abboccatello cuvée is made from a blend of white table grapes picked directly from the vines of the Le Coste estate, a vineyard with volcanic soils located on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. Here, fermentation has been interrupted, which gives the wine a certain sweetness on the nose and palate, with floral, slightly honeyed notes. To be enjoyed in the charming company of seafood dishes.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Bianco White 2022,
An emblematic white cuvée from Azienda Corva Gialla, Vino Bianco is only produced in the finest vintages. Fresh and fruity, this Vino da Tavola (table wine) offers a golden yellow color with amber highlights and a surprisingly rich nose of exotic fruits. White flowers, Mediterranean herbs, candied fruits... And despite this aromatic opulence, the wine reveals itself on the palate as clean, tangy, mineral, and intense, and stands out for its sapidity due to the volcanic soils. All of this makes it a balanced wine, suitable for all occasions. Vino Bianco is a blend of three grape varieties: Grechetto, Trebbiano, and Procanico. It comes from vines of varying ages planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot of volcanic soil. The harvest is hand-picked and destemmed. A small starter is prepared, while the rest of the harvest is pressed directly and added to the starter. The whole thing ferments and rests in fiberglass tanks until bottling in March.
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Azienda Corva Gialla (“yellow crow”) is a winery in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, tall tuff rock formations delineating deep valleys carved by numerous streams and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Cività di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is a breeding ground for young winemaking talents dedicated to nature who are enhancing these lands that have been neglected throughout history. Founded in 2017, the estate covers four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner has also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and developed the estate into a mixed crop-livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi, from the Le Coste estate. The crumbly volcanic soil lends itself beautifully to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are crafted primarily for enjoyment. They are straightforward, deep, and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
Le Coste Red 2010
Le Coste Rosso is a blend of Grechetto and Sangiovese grown in the basalt terroirs of Azienda Le Coste. With lovely acidity, fresh and pure, it's an excellent table wine for all occasions, just as the Italians know how to make it: 100% pleasure. Intensely indulgent.
A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosato Rosé 2021
Corva Gialla
Here is Vino Rosato, a beautiful Italian wine from the Lazio region whose pretty light pink color heralds pleasant floral notes on the nose and palate: rose, red fruits, citrus, acidity, and a touch of bitterness on the finish, reminiscent of grapefruit peel, which gives it a lot of charm. It is a blend of Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. The Montepulciano harvest macerates for 48 hours on the skins before being pressed, while the Sangiovese is pressed directly at the entrance to the winery. The musts are then fermented together in fiberglass vats where they are further refined until bottling in March. Vino Rosato will suit everything you want from a rosé, and more: its purity and balance raise it above the standard image of summer rosés. We recommend it in any season and particularly with food.
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The Azienda Corva Gialla ("yellow crow") is a winery in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, high tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous rivers and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Cività di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is proving to be a breeding ground for young winemaking talents dedicated to nature, who are reclaiming these historically neglected lands. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner has also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and converted the estate into a mixed crop-livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself beautifully to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are crafted primarily for enjoyment. They are straightforward, deep, and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
Vino Rosso Rossetto Red 2021,
Fruit and drinkability above all: Rossetto was designed to be joyful and easy to drink. Azienda Corvagialla sought to promote maximum acidity in the harvest to obtain a pleasant wine with a very present fruity note: cherry and strawberry, on the nose as well as on the palate. This wine is a distinguished gurgling wine, a wine for pleasure and relaxation with friends that you will love to return to on any occasion. Rossetto is a 100% Sangiovese from the most vigorous plot of the vineyard: made up of volcanic soils, it faces west and is located at an altitude of 450 meters. The harvest is destemmed and macerated for about three weeks with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. After fermentation, Rossetto is aged in fiberglass vats until bottling in March.
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The Azienda Corva Gialla ("yellow crow") is a wine estate in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, tall tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous streams and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Civita di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is proving to be a breeding ground for young winemaking talents devoted to nature who are promoting these lands deprived throughout history. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and developed the estate into a mixed crop and livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself beautifully to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are crafted primarily for enjoyment. They are straightforward, deep, and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
Alea Jacta Est Red 2010, Le Coste
This falsely fatalistic red is made from the Aleatico grape variety, an ancient local variety from the Lazio region, on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. The grapes were picked when slightly overripe and then macerated in whole bunches in large open French oak vats, before being aged in small 700-liter foudres. While the more recent vintages of Alea Jacta Est radiate freshness, here we move towards a more fleshy palate with notes of red fruits and spices, which will work wonders with dark chocolate with a hint of bitterness.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
This falsely fatalistic red is made from the Aleatico grape variety, an ancient local variety from the Lazio region, on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. The grapes were picked when slightly overripe and then macerated in whole bunches in large open French oak vats, before being aged in small 700-liter foudres. While the more recent vintages of Alea Jacta Est radiate freshness, here we move towards a more fleshy palate with notes of red fruits and spices, which will work wonders with dark chocolate with a hint of bitterness.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosso Cereza Rouge 2016
Corvagialla
This single-variety Ciliegiolo comes from vines planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot of volcanic soil. The harvest is destemmed and macerated for approximately three weeks, with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. Aging is six months in chestnut barrels.
A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Bianco Ambar White 2020
Àmbar ("amber"), aptly named, is a dry macerated white wine that stands out with its beautiful amber color with pink highlights typical of an orange wine. It is a ripe, straightforward wine, surprisingly easy to drink. The nose is delicately floral, as is the palate. Àmbar is very fresh and has lovely acidity. It offers tobacco, spices, orange peel, almond, and toasted notes, without losing its beautiful fruitiness. Plenty of minerality, earth, and a touch of creaminess after aeration. This wine is made from the Grechetto grape variety, macerated and fermented on the skins in thousand-liter terracotta jars. After pressing, the wines are aged, always separately, for eight to ten months in old oak barrels before being blended in fiberglass vats.
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The Azienda Corva Gialla ("yellow crow") is a wine estate in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, high tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous rivers and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Civita di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is proving to be a breeding ground for young winemaking talents dedicated to nature, who are enhancing these historically neglected lands. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner has also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and developed the estate into a mixed crop-livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself magnificently to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are crafted above all for pleasure. They are straightforward, deep, and
Magnum Rosso Red 2011
This generous Italian red is made from a blend composed primarily of Grechetto (a local variety related to Sangiovese), with the secondary grape varieties being Cannaiolo, Colorino, Ciliegiolo, and Vaiano, indigenous varieties planted in the vineyards on the volcanic soils of the Le Coste estate. Fermentation lasts about a month in French oak and chestnut vats. Rosso is then aged in Slovenian oak barrels. At first glance, a beautiful ruby color, a crisp and juicy palate, with notes of red and black fruits.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Le Coste White 2010
A blend of Malvasia and Moscato from the Le Coste estate, a volcanic Eden of natural wines located on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. An orange color, an aromatic nose that unites herbaceous notes and candied fruit. The same battle is evident on the palate, with added hints of compote.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Rosso 2011
Le Coste
This generous Italian red is made from a blend composed primarily of Grechetto (a local variety related to Sangiovese), with the secondary grape varieties being Cannaiolo, Colorino, Ciliegiolo, and Vaiano, indigenous varieties planted in the vineyards on the volcanic soils of the Le Coste estate. Fermentation lasts about a month in French oak and chestnut vats. Rosso is then aged in Slovenian oak barrels. At first glance, a beautiful ruby color, a crisp and juicy palate, with notes of red and black fruits.
Natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosso Red 2015
Corvagialla's red is a Sangiovese from vines planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot with volcanic soil. The grapes are destemmed and macerated for approximately three weeks, with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. Aging is twenty-four months in chestnut barrels. The wine is bottled for six months before being released.
A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Vino Rosso Poggio Pastene Red 2014
Corvagialla
The vines for this single-variety Sangiovese are planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot with volcanic soils. The harvest is destemmed and macerated for approximately three weeks, with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. Aging is twenty-four months in chestnut barrels. The wine is bottled for six months before being released.
A natural wine with no added sulfites.
Bianco White 2012
A delicate amber color for a wine with an elegant and lively nose that lingers on the palate with notes of yellow fruits, enhanced here in the magnum format. This pleasant Italian macerated white, simply called "white" (bianco), is made from a blend of Procanico and Malvasia grapes grown on the volcanic soils of Lazio, on the borders of Tuscany and Umbria. After a late harvest, entirely by hand, the grapes are lightly crushed by foot and then macerated for two weeks in truncated French oak barrels. After pressing, the must is decanted for a few days before slowly completing its fermentation in tuns for about a year. The wine is then aged for seven months in barrels at the bottom of the cellar, in a natural cave, before being bottled. “This wine may not change the course of winemaking history,” writes one Italian commentator, “but it managed to give me a very good time, and that’s what matters. Believe me: we desperately need wines like this… In the glass, a beautiful yellow tending towards amber, opaque and rich. On the nose, a crackle of yellow fruits and volcanic sparks, and a beautiful acidity. After a few minutes, Bianco becomes sensorially capricious on the palate, like a chameleon, its beautiful acidity supporting the structure and highlighting its complexity. Almond, peach, hazelnut, yellow flowers, Annurca apple… Every moment in the glass reveals something new. »
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The Le Coste azienda is located in Italy, in Gradoli, in the province of Viterbo, in the northeast of Lazio. The estate was created in 2004 by Clémentine Bouveron and Gian Marco Antonuzzi. Clémentine is an oenologist and has already worked at Domaine Hauvette and Trévallon, in the Alpilles, as well as in Sauternes, at Château de Rayne-Vigneau. When Clémentine and Gian Marco took over the estate, it covered three hectares at an altitude of 450 meters and appeared as an abandoned garden of vines and olive trees. They recreated it in a traditional polycultural way with agroforestry, livestock farming, and viticulture to produce wines without additives and without deviation. The surface area has since grown to approximately fourteen hectares. The terroir overlooks Lake Bolsena. Its volcanic nature explains the lightness of its recently formed soils: lapilli tuffs, volcanic ash in varied layers, rich in minerals. This soil, very poor in organic matter, must be amended, and natural caves enlarged by older generations serve as cellars. Shared between vines, olive trees, elms, century-old oaks and wild chestnut trees, the site is a marvel of plant diversity. The biodynamic methods used at the estate include manure compost, horn silica and herbal teas that strengthen the defenses of the vines, which are trained in the traditional way, in low goblet training with a stake. The grape varieties are numerous, indigenous and ancient, reproduced by mass selection in the old vines still present on the estate. The wines express the local terroir and a strong Italian identity, with very varied profiles.
Vino Rosso Red 2017
Corva Gialla
Red fruits, mineral and earthy notes, tertiary aromas, spices, and tobacco: this sums up the profile of Vino Rosso, the emblematic red of Azienda Corva Gialla, with beautiful notes of evolution and a pronounced but not excessive full-bodiedness. The richness, due to a high natural sugar content during fermentation, and the polyphenolic maturity are remarkable, as well as the balance between velvety and tannicity, lightness and body, roundness and acidity. On the nose, notes of spices such as cinnamon, black pepper, and fennel; On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and dominated by red fruits: ripe cherry, raspberry and strawberry. Black fruits and plum are not left out, and delicious aromas of dried fruits (prune, fig) combine with spices on the finish. Vino Rosso is a 100% Sangiovese from vines planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot with volcanic soils. The harvest is destemmed and macerated for about three weeks in fiberglass vats, with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. Vino Rosso is aged for twelve months in chestnut barrels and at least two years in bottles before being marketed.
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The azienda Corva Gialla ("yellow crow") is a wine estate in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, high tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous rivers and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Civita di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is proving to be a breeding ground for young winemaking talents devoted to nature who are promoting these lands deprived throughout history. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and developed the estate into a mixed crop and livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself beautifully to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are crafted primarily for enjoyment. They are straightforward, deep, and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
Vino Rosso Poggio Pastene Red 2016,
Corva Gialla
Poggio Pastene is a superior red from the Corva Gialla range; it is produced only in the finest vintages and comes from the finest plot on the estate. It is dense and full-bodied, with a supple texture and well-integrated tannins, and superb accents of leather and tobacco. The nose is intense and persistent—notes of red fruits, rose, and violet. On the palate, the olfactory sensations are confirmed, supported by a beautiful structure. Poggio Pastene is dry and straightforward, well-balanced between roundness and acidity. This is a single-variety Sangiovese whose vines are planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot with volcanic soils. The harvest, done by hand, is destemmed and macerated for about three weeks on the skins in fiberglass vats, with daily pumping over or punching down as needed. Aging is twenty-four months in old oak barrels. Poggio Pastene is kept in bottle for two years before being marketed.
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The Azienda Corva Gialla (“yellow crow”) is a wine estate in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, high tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous rivers and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Civita di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is a breeding ground for young winemaking talents dedicated to nature, who are reclaiming these historically neglected lands. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner has also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and converted the estate into a mixed crop and livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself beautifully to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are made primarily for enjoyment. They are straight, deep and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
Vino Bianco Blanc 2021,
Corva Gialla
Vino Bianco, as its name suggests, is the Corva Gialla estate's signature white wine and is only produced in the finest vintages. Fresh and fruity, it offers a golden yellow color with amber highlights and a surprisingly rich nose of exotic fruits. White flowers, Mediterranean herbs, candied fruits... And despite this aromatic opulence, the wine reveals itself on the palate as clean, tangy, mineral, and intense, distinguished by a sapidity due to the volcanic soils. All of this makes it a balanced wine suitable for all occasions. Vino Bianco is a blend of three grape varieties: Grechetto, Trebbiano, and Procanico. It comes from vines of varying ages planted at an altitude of 450 meters on a west-facing plot of volcanic soils. The harvest, done by hand, is destemmed. A small starter is prepared, while the rest of the harvest is pressed directly and added to the starter. The whole thing ferments for two to three weeks in fiberglass vats, with daily pumping over or punching down if necessary. After pressing, the wine is returned to fiberglass vats for aging before bottling in March.
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Azienda Corva Gialla ("yellow crow") is a wine estate in Lazio, Italy, located on the edge of Umbria in the Alta Tuscia Viterbese. A volcanic region considered one of the most beautiful in Italy and characterized by its calanches, high tuff rock formations delimiting deep valleys carved by numerous rivers and torrents. Corva Gialla is located in Lubriano, opposite Cività di Bagnoregio. Alta Tuscia is a breeding ground for young winemaking talents dedicated to nature, who are reclaiming these historically neglected lands. Founded in 2017, the estate comprises four hectares cultivated by Beatrice Arweiler, originally from another wine-growing region, between the Rhine and the Moselle. The new owner has also planted an olive grove (Frantoio and Leccino varieties) and converted the estate into a mixed crop and livestock system. The vines were planted with the help of Gian Marco Antonuzzi of the Le Coste estate. The friable volcanic soil lends itself magnificently to viticulture and the planting of grape varieties such as Grechetto d'Umbria, Trebbiano, Vermentino, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo. The estate's wines are quintessentially Italian, meaning they are made primarily for enjoyment. They are straight, deep and easy to drink, expressing the strong minerality of their soils.
