The winery
Cantine Agriverde
Cantine Agriverde is an organic winery located in Caldari di Ortona (CH), Abruzzo, producing organic wines, sparkling wines and olive oil with an approach focused on environmental sustainability.
- Abruzzo · Italia
- 34 products
The story
The Di Carlo family has historical roots in local viticulture; near the historic village of Caldari the business now known as Cantine Agriverde grew. In the 1980s the company converted its production to organic methods, obtaining ICEA certification and establishing itself among the first organic producers in the Abruzzo region.
Production philosophy
Agriverde adopts a "naturally organic" approach, based on certified organic production, respect for the land and consumer health. The company champions sustainable farming practices and limits chemical treatments, also focusing on the recovery of natural yeasts and on processes that enhance the connection between soil, climate and grape variety.
Terroir and vineyards
The winery is located in the Ortona hills, at Villa Caldari, in a setting influenced by the nearby Adriatic Sea and sheltered by the Majella mountain range. The vineyards are set in the coastal-hill landscape typical of Abruzzo.
Awards and recognition
Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC Riserva Plateo 2015; Trebbiano D’Abruzzo DOC Solarea 2018; Terre di Chieti I.G.T. Eikos 2020.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Montepulciano (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo)
- Pecorino
- Passerina
- Trebbiano
- Chardonnay
- Hectares
- 65.0
What makes it distinctive
- ICEA-certified organic production
- Converted to organic in 1988, with 65 hectares converted.
- Extensive range: still wines, sparkling wines and olive oil
- Based in Caldari di Ortona, in the Ortona hills with a maritime influence.
- Sustainable agronomic practices and the harvesting of native yeasts
