Pergola

About the wine

The Pergola DOC, located in the Marche region, is centered on the cultivation of a specific clone of the Aleatico grape, historically known in the area as 'Vernaccia di Pergola'. This denomination encompasses a diverse range of styles, including still red wines, rosés (also frizzante or spumante), and a notable passito. The wines are characterized by their brilliant ruby color and a complex aromatic profile, often featuring floral notes of rose and violet alongside red berry fruit. On the palate, they are typically harmonious and full-bodied, with soft tannins providing a smooth, rounded mouthfeel. The production is strictly tied to the hilly terrain of the Cesano river valley, where the pedoclimatic conditions—characterized by siliceous and calcareous soils and a protected, sunny exposure—allow the Aleatico grape to express its full potential. The DOC represents a successful recovery of a traditional viticultural heritage that had nearly vanished following the phylloxera crisis, now revitalized through modern, quality-focused viticulture.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone is situated in the province of Pesaro and Urbino, specifically within the administrative territories of the communes of Pergola, Fratte Rosa, Frontone, Serra Sant'Abbondio, and San Lorenzo in Campo. The area is defined by the Cesano river valley, characterized by hilly landscapes ranging from 150 to 600 meters above sea level, with soils composed primarily of calcarenite, marl, and limestone.