# Roma DOC Rosso (2022)

- **Producer:** Azienda Vinicola Federici
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Montepulciano, Cesanese
- **Region:** Lazio, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, plum, blackberry, blueberry, rose, violet, black pepper, liquorice

## About this wine

Produced by Azienda Vinicola Federici in Zagarolo, a historic town situated on a volcanic ridge southeast of Rome, this wine falls under the Roma DOC appellation. Founded in 1960 by Antonio Federici and managed across family generations, the estate focuses on native regional grapes grown in mineral-dense volcanic tuff soils. The cuvee combines Montepulciano with Cesanese, Lazio's signature historic red grape variety.

## Interesting facts

- Combines Montepulciano with Cesanese, Lazio's historic native red grape.
- Vines are planted in volcanic tuff soils just 30 km southeast of Rome.
- Aged entirely in stainless steel on fine lees without oak aging.

## Food pairing

The medium acidity and vibrant fruit structure cut through classic rich Roman pasta dishes and cured pork fats, while balanced, soft tannins pair seamlessly with grilled meats and sharp sheep cheeses.

## Wine making process

Grapes are harvested from trellised vineyards at approximately 330 meters elevation. Vinification involves thermo-controlled skin maceration for around 20 days followed by alcoholic fermentation. The wine matures for seven months in stainless steel tanks on its fine lees with weekly batonnage to build texture while retaining vibrant natural fruit expression without oak contact.