The winery
Azienda Agricola Valter Mattoni
Small family-run winery based in Castorano (Marche), led by Valter Mattoni; produces low-intervention, artisanal labels such as Arshura (Montepulciano). (https://www.valtermattoni.it/)
- Marche · Italia
- 2 products
The story
Production draws on family tradition: the company website recounts the family's past vinicultural roots — those of the father and grandparents — and mentions Valter Mattoni. The Arshura label is cited as originating in the company's history, and the technical sheet records the first recorded production of the wine.
Production philosophy
Artisanal, tradition-oriented approach: work in the vineyard and cellar with low intervention, spontaneous fermentations and aging in barrique when applicable. Various online listings and profiles note practices associated with "natural wine" and minimal use of chemicals.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located in Castorano on the Picene hills; the soils are described as clayey and alluvial with south / south‑west exposures and an elevation of around 200–300 m a.s.l, according to the company fact sheets.
Awards and recognition
Individual labels are listed with their accolades: for example, Arshura is mentioned among the awarded wines, and other labels are noted in guides such as Slow Wine. Vintage details are provided on the producer’s profile.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Montepulciano
- Alicante (Bordò / Grenache)
- Trebbiano
- Sangiovese
- Bottles per year
- 10000
What makes it distinctive
- Arshura: flagship wine made from Montepulciano.
- Low-intervention winemaking with spontaneous fermentations and aging in barriques.
- Vineyards on clay soils in the hills of Castorano, at an elevation of approximately 200–300 m.
- Features and recognitions in specialized guides and awards.