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Tenuta I Fauri

Chieti,
Abruzzo, Italy

About the producer

Nestled among the rolling hills of Maiella in Abruzzo, Tenuta I Fauri is more than just a family estate—it's a celebration of over two millennia of winemaking history in the region. Meet the dynamic trio behind the scenes: Domenico, Luigi, and Valentina DiCamillo, a father, son, and daughter team who infuse their work with boundless passion. With a legacy spanning over a century, Tenuta I Fauri has been a custodian of age-old wisdom. Their goal is simple: to maintain and pay homage to the longstanding wine traditions of their region while relentlessly pursuing quality and showcasing Abruzzo's winemaking expertise. The estate spans 32 hectares, with 28 hectares planted to vines. Nestled in the scenic Colline Teatine, I Fauri boasts 14 unique vineyard plots spread across six municipalities: Chieti, Francavilla al Mare, Miglianico, Ari, Bucchianico, and Villamagna.

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A mosaic of diversity and flavor, each year, they craft a selection of seven still wines, from the robust Baldovino Montepulciano to the crisp Pecorino grapes, as well as three sparkling wines. Every bottle tells a story of passion, heritage, and the vibrant spirit of Abruzzo.

In the Vineyard

Organic biodynamic practices

Certified organic

Total area under vine

28 hectares

Location of vineyards

Nestled in the scenic Colline Teatine, I Fauri boasts 14 unique vineyard plots spread across six municipalities: Chieti, Francavilla al Mare, Miglianico, Ari, Bucchianico, and Villamagna.

Soil details

Combination of clay, sand, loam, silt and limestone

Grapes

Trebbiano, Passerina, Pecorino, Montepulciano

In the Cellar

Winemaker

Domenico & Luigi DiCamillo

Yeast utilized

Native yeasts

Filtration stabilization

0.8 filter and natural stabilization

Fermentation & aging vessels

Fermentation and aging in stainless steel and cement tanks

Additional notes

Winemaking style

A mosaic of diversity and flavor, each year, they craft a selection of seven still wines, from the robust Baldovino Montepulciano to the crisp Pecorino grapes, as well as three sparkling wines. Every bottle tells a story of passion, heritage, and the vibrant spirit of Abruzzo.

Wines produced

Baldovino Trebbiano d'Abruzzo, Baldovino Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo, Baldovino Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Passerina, Pecorino, Ottobre Rosso Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Vigna Santa Cecilia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva, Le Belle - Vino bianco frizzante - Metodo ancestrale Il Piano del Cavaliere - Vino rosato frizzante Pecorino Spumante brut Albarosa - Vino spumante brut rosè di qualità

Total production

80,000 bottles each vintage

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