'Lettera' is a Cesanese del Piglio, the only red wine from Lazio to bear the Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) label. It comes from an indigenous grape variety with a very ancient history: according to some sources, the name Cesanese derives from the Latin caesus, "cut," in reference to the Roman practice of clearing land to make room for vines, while others trace its origins to the earliest eastern monastic communities. What is certain is that it was the Benedictine monks of Subiaco who guarded and handed down this vine to the present day, preserving its identity and incredible aromatic richness.

Our organically certified vineyards enjoy ideal exposure and are located in the surroundings of the village of Paliano, framed by centuries-old olive trees, laurels and ancient native apple varieties. After hand-harvesting, the must ferments spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, giving the wine an authentic personality linked to the terroir. One part matures for ten months in large barrels and regenerated barriques, while the other rests in steel to preserve its freshness. An additional six months of bottle aging follows, completing the wine's aromatic evolution and giving Cesanese an elegant, complex and perfectly balanced profile.

Tasting Notes.
On the nose, Lettera reveals itself as complex and enveloping: fruity notes of black cherry and sour cherry under spirits stand out, accompanied by hints of berries, humus and red roses. The bouquet is then enriched with light but persistent spicy nuances, with hints of cloves, black pepper, tobacco and cardamom. In the mouth it is fresh, persistent, with soft, velvety tannins that make for an elegant and harmonious taste experience.

A wine, a story
Lettera is dedicated to our horse, a symbol of strength and freedom, which we wanted to represent on the label created by artist Edoardo Bernardi. A tribute to the territory, tradition and passion that guide us every day.

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Twenty years ago, we planted a small vineyard of Sangiovese, the most famous Italian grape variety in the world, immediately discovering how perfectly it suited our terroir: the red clays and southern exposure give the grapes intensity and character. From this vineyard comes 'Clea,' our Lazio Rosso IGT, a tribute to our "director of works," the German shepherd who oversees every corner of the hamlet and welcomes all our guests.

It is a wine that combines strength and delicacy: it ferments spontaneously with indigenous yeasts in steel, ages for ten months in large barrels and regenerated barriques, and ages an additional six months in the bottle, completing its evolution. Fresh and fruity, it is ready to drink, but retains a great capacity for aging.

Tasting Notes.
A wine characterized by a beautiful ruby red color and good alcohol content. The palate is fresh and lively, with elegant tannins and vibrant acidity. Floral notes of violets and red roses clearly emerge on the nose and palate, accompanied by underbrush reminiscent of humus, fern, moss and thyme, typical of Sangiovese. Red fruits such as cherry, black cherry and raspberry are also perceived, along with haematic and spicy hints of black pepper, with a distinct and refined ethereal note.

One wine, one story
The label, designed by graphic designer and artist Edoardo Bernardi, represents Clea: it captures its personality, elegance and energy, transforming each bottle into a visual work that tells the wine's unique character..

When we started buying land to create Donna Vittori, we reclaimed many small, abandoned vineyards of native grapes, grown organically. From those forgotten grapes was born 'Love is a Choice,' a fresh and light rosé, perfect for summer evenings. The wine releases complex aromas: from the typical notes of Cesanese to hints of tropical fruit and the delicate white flowers of Passerina and Ottonese grapes. On the palate it is persistent, balanced, fresh and slightly savory, inviting each sip.

We dedicated it to those very summer evenings spent with Jennie Kim of BlackPink, when, at sunset, sitting in turquoise chairs, we would look out over the rows and tell each other that love is a choice. Only those who are free can truly love, and only when those who love us are free is that love authentic. Donna Vittori's Claudia and Jennie Kim were featured in the episode My Name is Maria, in which Jennie lived Maria's life for three days, running the Donna Vittori agricultural hamlet like a true hostess.

Tasting Notes.
A wine of great intensity and olfactory complexity, it is distinguished by a rich and articulate bouquet: sour cherries and small red fruits intertwine with delicate floral notes of violet, rose and jasmine. More exotic fruit scents then emerge, with hints of yellow peach, pineapple and other tropical fruits. The palate is fresh, with a slight savoriness that enhances drinkability. Long flavor persistence and pleasantness make it ideal both on its own and in combination with summer dishes.

One wine, one story
The labels, signed by graphic designer and artist Edoardo Bernardi, turn each bottle into a small masterpiece, celebrating the freedom and authenticity of love.

Aging in amphora is an ancient method that enhances the most authentic aromas of vines destined for fresh wines. 'Lettera in Anfora' was born from the passion for this technique, capable of enhancing the purest essence of Cesanese del Piglio DOCG, combining tradition and contemporaneity.

After fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and a 12-day maceration, the wine ages for nearly eleven months in porous terracotta, which ensures constant micro-oxygenation without altering its aromatic profile, and ages an additional six months in the bottle, thus completing its evolution and enhancing the typicality and elegance of Cesanese.

Tasting Notes

'Lettera in Anfora', shows an intense ruby red with violet hues, with aromas of ripe red fruits such as cherry and raspberry, enriched by floral notes of violet, light spices and delicate nuances of powder. The palate is soft and velvety, with elegant and well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity and a splendid persistence, made even more refined by amphora aging, which enhances the typicality of the grape variety without adding woody notes, giving structure and freshness.

One wine, one story
A label that celebrates the centrality of vineyard work and care for the land, reflecting the harmony between past and future. The label recalls the blue horse of Cesanese 'Lettera,' creating a connection between the two wines: it is the same grape variety, with very close vineyards, but vinified and aged differently.

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'Lettera Riserva' - Cesanese del Piglio DOCG Riserva is a tribute to the territory and wine-making tradition par excellence of Alta Ciociaria. It is made from carefully selected Cesanese grapes from vineyards located in our hills. After spontaneous fermentation in steel with indigenous yeasts and maceration in steel, the wine ages for 12 months in third-passage regenerated barriques, followed by at least 9 months in the bottle, for a total of more than 20 months of aging. This choice allows the wine to mature slowly, preserving the elegance of the varietal without overpowering the aromas with overly pronounced woody notes, and giving structure, depth and balance.

The first vintage was in 2024, and the first bottles will be released in 2026. The result is a wine of great elegance, capable of telling the story of a territory with authenticity, combining structure and finesse in every glass.

Tasting Notes.
Lettera Riserva shows a deep ruby red enriched with garnet reflections. The nose is complex and enveloping: ripe red fruits, such as cherry and sour cherry, emerge, accompanied by sweet and refined spices, including black pepper, clove and cardamom, and light toasted aromas given by the wood. The bouquet is completed with an elegant balsamicity, hints of underbrush and tobacco, which make the olfactory perception deep and harmonious.

The palate is full and structured, with elegant, velvety tannins and good acidity that lends freshness and drinkability. The taste persistence is long and harmonious, offering an elegant and complex experience in every sip.

One wine, one story
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'Bianco del Borgo' was born out of a desire to offer our guests a label that fully reflects our winemaking and aging methods. We rediscovered and cultivated Passerina vines abandoned by farmers, bringing them back to life with care and dedication. The wine ferments half in steel and half in amphora with spontaneous fermentations, and ages for six months following the same principle, before bottling. At the beginning of the new year, 2026, it will be ready to be tasted.

This white is dedicated to the village and the joy of the moments shared here, expressing freshness, harmony and an authentic connection to our land.

Tasting Notes.
Bianco del Borgo shows a bright straw yellow that immediately catches the eye. Delicate and complex aromas emerge on the nose: white flowers, yellow-fleshed fruit and tropical fruit, with pleasant hints of grapefruit and lime, enriched by light mineral, smoky and graphite notes.

The palate is harmonious and fresh, with great flavor and a balanced structure that sustains the drink. The taste persistence is long and enveloping, expressing elegance and harmony in every sip, perfect for celebrating the freshness and authenticity of our terroir.

One wine, one story
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