The winery
Casale del Giglio
Winery located in Le Ferriere (Latina), in the Agro Pontino valley; founded in 1967, it manages about 180 ha of vineyards and produces a range of Lazio IGT wines, including Petit Manseng Bianco IGT.
- Lazio (Agro Pontino, province of Latina) · Italy
- Since 1967
- 13 products
The story
Founded in 1967 by Dr. Berardino Santarelli. In 1985 the estate launched a research and development project, authorised by the Lazio Region, that led to experimental plantings of many varieties (e.g. Syrah, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon, Viognier, Petit Manseng) and to the development of the Agro Pontino area.
Production philosophy
“The future of Italian viticulture relies not only on consolidating the image of its traditional wine producing zones but on its ability to produce top quality wines at favourable prices in areas whose potential is still relatively unexplored.” (from the winery presentation).
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the Agro Pontino valley, between Aprilia and Latina (Le Ferriere), about 50 km south of Rome; maritime-influenced climate. The estate lists about 180 hectares of vineyards, converted to cordon training and planted with both local and international varieties.
Awards and recognition
Numerous national and international awards. Among the recent recognitions announced by the winery: a Gold Medal for the Chardonnay and a Silver Medal for the Sauvignon, as well as mentions and positive scores in guides and from specialist critics.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Bellone
- Biancolella
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon
- Viognier
- Petit Manseng
- Merlot
- Cesanese
- Syrah (Shiraz)
- Petit Verdot
- Tempranillo
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Trebbiano
- Fiano
- Greco
- Pecorino
- Hectares
- 180.0
- Bottles per year
- 1500000
What makes it distinctive
- Strong commitment to varietal experimentation.
- Recovery and promotion of Lazio's native grape varieties.
- Vineyards are also located on the Pontine Islands for special productions.
- Varied selection: white, rosé and red wines, passito wines, grappa and oil.
- Cultural activities and an archaeological project related to the territory.
