Falerio, located in the Marche region of Italy, combines picturesque landscapes with a rich winemaking heritage. This appellation is celebrated for its distinctive white wines crafted from indigenous varieties like Verdicchio, Trebbiano, and Passerina. Visitors can explore charming wineries in areas such as Ascoli Piceno, Offida, and the hillside vineyards surrounding Ancona, where local producers invite you to taste their expertly crafted wines. Discover the essence of Falerio through immersive tastings and a deep connection to the region's culture and traditions.
On the eastern edge of central Italy's province of Ascoli Piceno, the Falerio wine appellation is a renowned sub-region. Despite producing a wide variety of wines, the Falerio region is most renowned for its white wines made from the Trebbiano Toscano, Passerina, and Pecorino grapes. Additionally, it's notable since it's one of Italy's greatest wine-producing regions and is known for its excellent grape-growing conditions. Due to the region's unique soils, choice of grape varieties produced there, and local winemakers' unique production techniques, Falerio's distinctive flavor stands out from the others. These components give rise to a type of wine that is distinct to Italy and the rest of the world. Due to its long history, commitment to tradition, and continual innovation by the new generation of winemakers who have succeeded their predecessors, Falerio is regarded as one of Italy's most distinguished sub-regions and continues to enjoy success.
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On the east coast of central Italy, in the province of Ascoli Piceno, is the Falerio dei Colli Ascolani (commonly referred to simply as Falerio), a DOC of the Marche wine region. The foothills of the central Apennines, the hilly spine of Italy, are known as the Colli Ascolani (the hills of Ascoli). This area, which includes the Italian towns of Ascoli Piceno, Civitanova Marche, and San Benedetto del Tronto, is located on the country's eastern coast. The wine region is one of the Marche's most southern DOCs.
The crisp, acidic native white wines that, if well-made, can offer mineral depth, were the focus of the original Falerio DOC, which was established in 1975 under the name Falerio dei Colli Ascolani DOC. The name of the DOC, which is derived from the old Roman city of Falerio, which is now the municipality of Falerone, dates back to Roman times. Up until the development of the Offida DOC (Offida became a DOCG in 2011) in the mid-1990s, it was the only DOC white wine from southern Le Marche. From Falerio dei Colli Ascolani to Falerio DOC, the name was changed in 2013.
Southern Marche's climate is identical to that of neighboring Abruzzo, which is located just beyond the regional border (the Colline Teramane is just a short drive from Ascoli Piceno town). The Sybilline (Sibillini) Mountains and the Adriatic Sea are both close to the sector. These are located around 40 kilometers (25 miles) to the west and are a component of the Apennines. Today, the Falerio wine appellation has developed into a genuine entity with its own terroir after many years of development and labor. Warm, dry weather and a Mediterranean climate are the characteristics of the perfect terroir for Falerio wines.
Trebbiano Toscano, Passerina, and Pecorino grape varieties dominate the Falerio wine industry and together account for the majority of the region's production. 20 to 50 percent of a Bianco bottle must be Trebbiano Toscano and may offer 10–30%, with other authorized kinds offering up to 20%.In accordance with Italian tradition, the primary grape must account for 85% of the wine's composition.
According to DOC laws, limits of Ascoli Piceno province must match the designation territory of Falerio DOC. Falerio dei Colli Ascolani, like many wines from the Marche, stands out for using uncommon indigenous Italian grape varieties that are hard to find elsewhere, in this case, Passerina and Pecorino. A minimum of 20% and a maximum of 50% of Trebbiano Toscano, 10% to 30% of Passerina, 10% to 30% of Pecorino, and up to 20% of additional white varietals are required for the mix. The wines made in this area have a distinct winemaking technique and are vibrant while being flavorful and of high quality. The best wineries in the area, including Roberto Capecci, Tenuta Cocci Grifoni, Cantina Ortenzi, Rio Maggio, Azienda Agricola Biologica Sgaly Di Tommaso Sgalippa, and Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo, have been making crisp, tart white wines for a long time in this region.
It can be challenging to match wine with fish or seafood. In general, white wines are the best option. With these wines, you can enjoy flounder, halibut, walleye, snapper, raw clams, or oysters. The natural fat in some fish, like striped bass, catfish, lobster, or mussels, can be reduced by using these wines instead.
Taleggio has a strong flavor, and a pungent scent, with delicious hints of smoked meats and delicately fried mushrooms. It tastes good eaten at the end of a meal with some fruit and a little white wine or grated over a salad of bitter greens.
Vinaigrette and tomatoes, two acidic flavors, pair exceptionally well with high-acid wines. This is so that you don't feel the wine's acid as strongly as you might otherwise. Even the most bitter white can have its fruity, sweet flavors enhanced by it. White wines typically have sophisticated flavors that won't overwhelm the dish's delicate flavors. This is especially important to keep in mind when enjoying freshly caught seafood that has been lemon-glazed.
Piazza Arringo is the city's oldest monumental square. The piazza's name dates back to the Middle Ages when Ascoli became a free municipality and utilized this location for open sessions of the parliament (also known as Arrighi, Arringhe, or Arenghi). The location of the old Roman forum of Ascoli is unknown, but this area is the city's most significant hub of civic interaction and social life. The magnificent rectangular square is known for its 2 main fountains, each of which features a statue.
Due to its amazing design structures, this enchanted plaza serves as the city's primary tourist destination. Romantic, Mediaeval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical styles are all harmoniously reflected in the downtown area. People's Square has been able to combine a wide range of artistic movements from numerous eras into a singular aesthetic composition. Wander through the city's heart admiring this unusual beauty; you'll feel as though you're living in the past, somewhere forgotten and lost.
Rio Maggio, a property owned by the Santucci family in the captivating hamlet of Montegranaro, is situated in the center of Ascoli Piceno in the Marche region. A few miles from the coast, among the hills, are vineyards that house both domestic and imported grape kinds. Contrada Vallone, one of the estate's oldest vineyards, was planted 35 years ago and is still producing premium Ascolani DOC wines.
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