The winery
Fontana Candida
Historic winery of the Castelli Romani, recognized as one of the leading interpreters of Frascati and a brand of Gruppo Italiano Vini. (https://www.gruppoitalianovini.it/it/brand/fontana-candida)
- Lazio · Italia
- Since 1958
- 11 products
The story
Origins tied to family management, with a transition to a corporate structure and the start of bottling in the 1950s; over time it developed recognizable labels such as Vigneto Santa Teresa and Luna Mater and joined the portfolio of Gruppo Italiano Vini.
Production philosophy
Showcase the Castelli Romani area and highlight the quality and variety of Lazio wines, with a focus on social and environmental sustainability.
Terroir and vineyards
The winery is located in Monte Porzio Catone, in the Frascati area. The vineyards are situated on volcanic soils called "terrinelle", at varying altitudes and under Mediterranean climatic influences; the DOC area includes Frascati, Grottaferrata, Monte Porzio Catone and parts of Rome and Montecompatri. The estate states it owns approximately 214 hectares of vineyards.
Awards and recognition
The flagship wine "Luna Mater" has received recognition and mentions from wine guides and reviews across multiple vintages.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Malvasia Bianca di Candia
- Malvasia del Lazio
- Trebbiano Toscano
- Greco (Trebbiano Giallo)
- Bombino Bianco
- Bellone
- Hectares
- 214.0
What makes it distinctive
- A historic Frascati brand, with iconic labels such as Luna Mater and Vigneto Santa Teresa.
- Part of Gruppo Italiano Vini, with an extensive market presence.
- Vineyards on volcanic soils that characterize the profile of Frascati.
- The product range includes premium lines, regional selections and sparkling wines.
