Famoso 2013 Ancarani ‘Signore’

Aromatic, minerally, med-body white.

Grape: Famoso.
Region: Italy> Emilia Romagna.
Notes: Minimal intervention. Natural yeast. Near zero sulfites.


Tending the vineyards planted by his grandfather, Claudio Ancarani is now at the helm of this small winery located in Torre dell’Oriolo on the soft rolling hills that turn into the mountains of theTuscan-Emilian Appennines near the town of Faenza. Claudio is proudly championing the re-discovery of the local indigenous varietals. Signore is made from unusual Famoso grape, and shows mineral, rich, dry palate, aromatic with stone fruits and white flowers. Claudio applies natural vineyard management promoting biodiversity in his land, no herbicides and only copper and sulfur. He believes in winemaking with minimal intervention, he uses indigenous yeast, no new oak and adds close to zero sulfites.

Food Pairing: chicken, seafood, vegetable, soft cheese.