The Soil That Nourishes the Vine
Life begins in the soil. It is the soil that provides energy to living species and allows them to thrive.
Our clay-rich land was once a seabed. This is evidenced by deep veins of blue clay of marine origin and by a surface layer of clay mixed with small and medium gravel. Clay has long defined the landscape of the Teramane Hills, yet within our Estate it is present in exceptional concentration. This composition gives rise to grapes of remarkable quality, naturally suited to a precise balance between minerality and acidity.
Upon this equilibrium develops a flora shaped by the central Adriatic climate: cold but temperate winters and hot, Mediterranean summers. Centuries-old oaks still stand as remnants of what was once known as the Selva dei Colli, the medieval hunting reserve of the Acquaviva Dukes. Alongside them grow holm oaks, large poplars, walnut trees, cypresses, olive groves, ivy, and linden trees bordering the Fontana stream.
Within this environment, the vine has grown alongside other plant species for over sixty years. Its twisted branches bear the marks of wind and genetic resilience. Here, we cultivate the vine without interrupting its natural cycle, preserving the continuous flow of energy that defines true biodiversity.
Our Vineyards
The vineyards, covering approximately 20 hectares and trained both in pergola and vertical trellis systems, are set on a gently sloping hillside at around two hundred meters above sea level. They face the Adriatic Sea to the east, the Maiella massif to the south, and the Gran Sasso d’Italia range to the west. This positioning provides optimal exposure to sunlight, benefits from the pronounced diurnal temperature variations typical of Abruzzo, and takes full advantage of the winds flowing from both the mountains and the sea.
In addition, our estate preserves a rich, spontaneous flora that forms the daily habitat for a wide range of small and large mammal species.