The winery
Cantina dei Colli Amerini
A cooperative winery based in Fornole di Amelia (TR), in Umbria, known for producing and marketing local wines such as Orvieto Classico, Grechetto, Ciliegiolo and Sangiovese.
- Umbria · Italia
- Since 1975
- 6 products
The story
The company is known as Cantina sociale dei Colli Amerini; according to directories and wine publications the cooperative was founded as a gathering point for local winegrowers with the aim of promoting the area's productions. Public sources record the winery’s historical activity and its steady presence in the Umbrian wine scene.
Production philosophy
The business is focused on promoting local varieties and regional specialties through collaboration with producers from the area; particular attention is given to indigenous grape varieties and the area's historic appellations.
Terroir and vineyards
The winery operates in the Amerino/Amelia area, in the province of Terni, a zone rooted in the tradition of the Colli Amerini DOCs and in the production of the area's typical wines.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Ciliegiolo
- Grechetto
- Malvasia
- Trebbiano (Trebbiano Abruzzese)
- Verdello
- Sangiovese
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chardonnay
- Aleatico
What makes it distinctive
- Wine cooperative firmly rooted in the Amelia area.
- Production and sale of local wines, featuring Orvieto Classico, Grechetto and Ciliegiolo.
- Longstanding commitment to promoting native grape varieties.
- Portfolio including both white and red labels and wines from local appellations.