Cantine Cipressi

Cantine Cipressi is a winery based in San Felice del Molise, in the hilly hinterland of the province of Campobasso, with a particular focus on Tintilia, a native grape variety that today represents one of the most recognisable expressions of Molise’s wine-growing heritage. The vineyards are situated in a high-altitude landscape, between the Molise Apennines and the moderating influence of the nearby Adriatic Sea, in a natural setting characterised by breezy hills, significant daily temperature variations and soils that are ideal for the slow ripening of the grapes.

The winery’s production philosophy is based on making the most of local raw materials and reviving a grape variety that has come to play a central role in defining the Tintilia del Molise appellation. Alongside an in-depth understanding of the terroir, a meticulous agricultural approach emerges, with proven adherence to organic production methods and winemaking techniques designed to preserve aromatic integrity, varietal character and consistent expression.

The style of the wines emphasises depth and a distinct sense of place: Tintilia is characterised by dark fruit, spicy and balsamic notes, a firm structure and a natural tendency towards savouriness. The winemaking process aims to strike a balance between the vigour of the grape variety, the maturity of the Molise hills and technical precision, producing wines with an authentic character that reflect a small region with a distinct personality. Within this context, Cantine Cipressi contributes to the cultural development of Tintilia as part of Molise’s agricultural heritage and identity.