Pecorino is a white grape variety found in Abruzzo and is now making a comeback with a younger generation of winemakers appreciating its structured and floral style. Alcohol is generally higher than other white varieties in the region.
Based in the countryside surrounding the town of Chieti in Abruzzo, Azienda Collefrisio is known for the production of wines from local grape varieties such as Pecorino and Passerina.
Founded in 1995, Cantina CasalFarneto is owned and managed by Paolo Togni who has diligently worked to grow the estate’s reputation for producing high quality wines from the Verdicchio grape.
Barone Cornacchia produces a wide range of highly acclaimed wines from the classic varieties and appellations of Abruzzo in central Italy. Apart from interesting expressions of Pecorino and Passerina, the estate’s aged Montepulciano is well worth seeking out.
Feudo Antico is truly a project to watch in the world of sustainable Italian wines. This small, quality focussed estate grows a number of varieties local to Abruzzo, the best of which produce premium wines from the Tullum DOCG area.
