Francesco Cirelli Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC 2015

An innovator amongst clay amphora ageing, Francesco Cirelli designed his own amphora and had them custom built in Tuscany. The amphora “have special stainless steel seals on the top of them that assist in preventing oxidation and allow his wines to remain fresh and vibrant” yet still able to benefit from the neutral vinification clay amphora are renowned for.

Deep gold in colour with aromas of lemon, chalk minerals and a trace of nuts. Lemon, pear, apple, honey and warm summer earth are framed by bright acidity and a nutty finish. Soft, round and smooth, your glass will empty rather swiftly.

 Francesco Cirelli Trebbiano d’Abruzzo DOC 2015 An innovator

Francesco Cirelli farms 23 hectares of certified organic land, in the sandy hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea. ‘Anarchy’ is a nod to Guzzista Motorcycles and Sons of Anarchy; two things Francesco is a fan of.

 says,  to “bring a little bit of anarchy into the day”. Fermented in autoclave [Metodo Italiano/Metodo Martinotti/Charmat Mathod or tank fermentation]

Deep gold in colour with aromas of pine nut, lemon, Thai basil, apricot and honey. Lemon, yellow pear, granny smith, buttery bread and saline minerality are buoyed by light fizz and friendly acidity.

A creamy, slightly bitter nuttiness lingers between each sip.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica ‘Anarchy’ Vino Bianco Frizzante 2018

 Francesco Cirelli farms 23 hectares of certified organic

“Producing artisan wines reflecting the terroir and the emotions of the artisan.” - Pioneering winemaker, clay amphora innovator and all-around rock star of Abruzzo, Francesco Cirelli

Hand harvested grapes are from a 2 hectare vineyard with vines averaging 6 years in age, with calcium and clay soils.

Fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, aged in stainless steel.

Inky red violet in colour with aromas of wild berries, bramble, cinnamon and earth.

Silky tannins and fresh acidity frame blackberry, black cherry, plum, peppery spice and earth.

Wild berries and a bitter streak linger between each sip.

Gluggable and super versatile at the table.

 “Producing artisan wines reflecting the terroir and the

Another 💎 from the hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea and pioneering winemaker

Young vines are in clay, calcium rich soils. Gentle press with spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts in stainless steel, aged for 12 months in stainless steel, unfined, unfiltered.

Deep gold in colour, with aromas of lemon, herbs, saline minerality and candied ginger.

Lemon tart, baked pear, candied ginger and flinty minerality are glossed by citrus acidity.

Grapefruit, honey, lemon zest and a nutty streak linger between each creamy sip.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Pecorino Colline Pecaresi IGT 2017

 Another 💎 from the hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers

Francesco Cirelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2018

Amphora aged for 9 months, a plush synthesis of chocolate, raisin, umami and  black cherry, with fine tannins. Engaging and very gluggable.

Cataldi Madonna ‘Malandrino’ Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2018

The estate’s lightest Montepulciano, with grapes 15-50 years old in clay/limestone soil. Vivid grape, black cherry, black pepper and velvety tannins. Round and powerful.

Tenuta Terraviva ‘Lui’ Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOC 2015

18 months ageing, half in in used French barriques, the other in stainless steel. Complex and structured, with velveteen layers of dark fruit and spice.

 A trio of expressions of Montepulciano Francesco Cirelli

“Producing artisan wines reflecting the terroir and the emotions of the artisan.” - Pioneering winemaker Francesco Cirelli

Located in the sandy hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea in Abruzzo, Francesco farms not only vines, but also olive trees, fig trees, garlic, spelt, wheat, barley and figs with organic, sustainable and biodynamic methods.

Hand harvested grapes are from a 2 hectare vineyard with vines averaging 6 years in age, with calcium and clay soils. Fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, aged in stainless steel. Unfined, unfiltered, and low sulphur.

Gold in colour with delicate aromas of lemon, hay, apricot, wildflowers and linseed.

Green pear, apple, nectarine, lemon and coriander seed are glossed by fresh acidity. A nutty streak infuses the silky lemon finish. Fresh and super gluggable.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica ‘Bianco’ Vino Bianco NV

Pioneering winemaker, clay amphora innovator and all-around rock star of Abruzzo, Francesco Cirelli created

 as an incubator for sharing sustainable farming ideas and initiatives.

Hand-harvested grapes are from vines 7 years in age, in calcium rich, clay soils.

Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, aged for 6 months in stainless steel.

Inky red violet in colour, with aromas of cherry, black pepper, a wisp of campfire smoke and rosemary. Blackberry, red currant, cherry, pomegranate, bramble and earth glide across grippy tannins and fresh acidity.

Dried currant and peppery spice linger on the tangy finish.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2018

 Pioneering winemaker, clay amphora innovator and all-around

A gleaming Trebbiano d’Abruzzese from pioneering winemaker, sustainable/organic farming sage and all around rock🌟 of Abruzzo; Francesco Cirelli

Vinified and fermented with wild yeasts, 23 hours of skin contact. Bottled 5 months following harvest. Unfined, unfiltered.

Gold in colour, with aromas of apple, flinty minerals, hay, wildflowers, honey and fresh herbs.

Pear, red apple, lemon, apricot and citrus blossom are glossed by fresh acidity.

Pink grapefruit accents the smoky mineral finish.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Vino Bianco 2018

 A gleaming Trebbiano d’Abruzzese from pioneering winemaker

Pioneering winemaker, clay amphora innovator and all-around 🌟 of Abruzzo, Francesco Cirelli farms 23 hectares of certified organic land in the sandy hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea.

From a 2 hectare vineyard with calcium and clay soils.

Grapes are destemmed, gently pressed with maceration on the skins.

Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts in stainless steel followed by 3 months ageing in stainless steel. Unfined and unfiltered.

Bright ruby red in colour, with aromas of strawberry, cherry, flinty minerality, candied flowers, a shake of white pepper and a wisp of smoke.

Wild strawberry, red currant, cherry and a savory streak are framed by tangy acidity and green tea tannins. Black cherry and blackberry fuse with the mineral driven finish.

Silky, fresh and super gluggable, always a favourite.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC 2018

Pioneering winemaker and all-around rock star of Abruzzo, Francesco Cirelli farms 23 hectares of certified organic land in the sandy hills of Colline Teramane, 8 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea.

Fermented in stainless steel followed by 3 months ageing in stainless steel.

Coral ruby red in colour with aromas of strawberry, cherry, dusty earth, spice and wildflowers.

Cranberry, cherry, pomegranate, earth and a savoury undercurrent are supported by silky, light tannins and fresh acidity.

Black cherry and spice linger on the dry finish.

Fresh, engaging, super versatile and very gluggable.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC 2017

 Pioneering winemaker and all-around rock star of Abruzzo

“bring a little bit of anarchy into the day” - Francesco Cirelli, innovative winemaker and champion of Abruzzo

Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts with skin contact for 4 hours in autoclave

Bright ruby in colour, with aromas of strawberry, cherry, rose petal and cinnamon.

Flavours expand on the aroma, with cherry, pomegranate, strawberry, sun warmed earth and citrus acidity buoyed by light, consistent fizz.

Cinnamon, cherry and orange zest linger between each fizzy sip.

Francesco Cirelli ‘Wines of Anarchy’ Vino Spumante Rosato 2019

 “bring a little bit of anarchy into the day” - Francesco

Pioneering winemaker, clay amphora innovator and “rising star” of Abuzzo, Francesco Cirelli farms 23 hectares of certified organic land in the sandy hills of Colline Teramane.

Hand-harvested grapes are from vines 6 years in age, in calcium rich, clay soils. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, aged for 6 months in stainless steel.

Dark violet-red in colour with aromas of black cherry, strawberry, flinty minerality and a trace of peppery spice.

Blackberry, black cherry, tangy cherry, plum, earth and crushed white peppercorn are accented by silky tannins and fresh acidity.

Dark fruit and an herbaceous hint linger on the dry, fruit driven finish.

Clean and pure, a spectacular expression of Montepulciano.

Cirelli La Collina Biologica Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2017