Scanzorosciate is a small, hilly wine-growing area on the slopes of the Orobic Pre-Alps, in the Bergamo region, where the vines thrive in particularly favourable conditions. The vineyards stretch along a ridge running west to east, with favourable southern exposures and altitudes that promote good air circulation, sunlight and gradual ripening. The climate is mild, with almost Mediterranean characteristics – as evidenced by the presence of olive trees – and allows aromatic red grapes to achieve a balance between sugar content, freshness and aromas.
The character of the terroir is defined by the Sass de la Luna, a limestone-marl formation that outcrops on the Scanzese hills. The rock, which is hard at depth but crumbly when exposed to the elements, contributes to shallow, mineral-rich soils with limited water availability, favouring naturally compact vines and concentrated grapes. Moscato di Scanzo, a native red grape variety, is the symbol of the area, alongside the tradition of Bergamo’s red wines linked to the Valcalepio region, featuring Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Production techniques emphasise hand-selection, controlled drying of the grapes, gentle winemaking and long ageing periods. The result is wines with an intense, spicy and harmonious profile, an expression of an ancient agricultural history and a viticultural tradition with a strong local identity.