Anagni is situated in the upper Sacco Valley, between the plain and the hills surrounding the river basin, in a wine-growing landscape characterised by altitudes ranging roughly from 167 to 500 metres. The west- and south-west-facing slopes ensure good sunlight and constant ventilation, whilst the temperate transitional climate alternates between cool, moderate winters and dry, sunny summers.
The geology of the area is varied: red soils predominate, originating from the decalcification of ancient limestone formations, with a clay-silt texture and the presence of limestone debris; in some areas, Miocene sandstone substrates and volcanic soils are also found. This diversity helps to produce balanced, savoury and distinctive wines.
The local tradition has its roots in the Roman era, when viticulture was already practised in rural villas, and continued into the Middle Ages, as evidenced by documents, frescoes and regulations dedicated to the protection of the vineyards. Among the area’s key varieties are Cesanese di Affile – also associated with the Cesanese del Piglio appellation – and varieties such as Passerina, Malvasia puntinata, Bellone, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The wines produced include complex, well-balanced whites and structured reds, sometimes aged in oak, representing a contemporary expression of a centuries-old wine-growing culture.