Lazio

About the wine

The Lazio IGT covers the entire administrative region of Lazio, a territory defined by diverse geological formations including volcanic hills, coastal plains, and Apennine mountains. With a viticultural history dating back to the Etruscans and Romans, the region benefits from a Mediterranean and temperate climate, with vineyards situated between 20 and 1,000 meters above sea level. The IGT is highly permissive, allowing for a wide range of wine styles including white, red, and rosato, as well as frizzante, spumante, passito, and late-harvest versions. Producers may specify one or more grape varieties on the label, provided they are authorized for cultivation in the Lazio region. The disciplinare emphasizes traditional cultivation methods and the use of indigenous varieties like Malvasia del Lazio, Bellone, and Cesanese, reflecting the region's long-standing commitment to quality viticulture across its varied pedoclimatic zones.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area for Lazio IGT encompasses the entire administrative territory of the Lazio region. The landscape is characterized by three main morphological units: the coastal strip, the hills of the volcanic districts, and the Apennine reliefs, with soils ranging from ancient sedimentary limestone to volcanic deposits.