Cantina Orsogna
Cantina Orsogna, also known as Olearia Vinicola Orsogna, is a cooperative whose members began converting to organic viticulture as early as 1998. The high vineyards (500 metres above sea level), which are all located in the province of Chieti, offer excellent growing conditions. The proximity to the sea and the microclimate that is strongly influenced by it, as well as the great work of head oenologist Camillo Zulli in the wine cellar, contribute significantly to the high quality of the wines, so that they are virtually showered with awards.
Abruzzen
With its long Adriatic coastline, the central-Italian region of Abruzzo is home to an array of vines full of character. Two-thirds of the Abruzzo region is mountainous, one third is hilly. Vines are planted at altitudes of up to 600 m a.s.l. at the feet of the mountain range on soils of limestone, clay, sand and gravel. The climate in this part of Italy is subject to significant fluctuations in temperature – not only in seasonal terms but also in day-time and night-time temperatures during the summer months. Generally, the ripening period is warm, and the location of the vineyards is ideal: They lean towards the sea, with the grapevines fully absorbing the summer warmth and solar reflection. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is produced in two styles in the finest quality: a young and fresh taste with a firm, fruity character, and an intensive, full-bodied, hearty wine.
Weather in the region