Esino

About the wine

The Esino DOC, established in 1995, encompasses a diverse viticultural area in the Marche region, spanning the entire province of Ancona and specific communes in the province of Macerata. This denomination serves as a versatile umbrella for wines that highlight the region's historical commitment to quality. The white wines are primarily based on the Verdicchio grape (minimum 50%), known for its structure and longevity, while the red wines rely on a blend of Sangiovese and Montepulciano (minimum 60%). The DOC includes still and frizzante white wines, as well as red and novello styles. The terroir is defined by a mix of hilly landscapes, alluvial soils, and a temperate climate influenced by both the Adriatic Sea and the Apennine mountains. Esino wines are characterized by their dry, harmonious profiles and represent a synthesis of traditional Marche viticulture and modern winemaking techniques, offering a reliable expression of the local landscape without the use of restrictive aging requirements.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone covers the entire administrative territory of the province of Ancona and specific areas within the province of Macerata, including the communes of Matelica, Esanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino, and Pioraco. The landscape is primarily hilly, situated between the Adriatic coast and the Apennine mountains, characterized by alluvial soils and a temperate climate.