The Berici Hills and the Euganean Hills form a highly varied wine-growing landscape, where isolated hills, sun-exposed slopes and soils of vastly different origins combine to define distinct regional characteristics. The Berici Hills have a predominantly marine and carbonate geological structure, shaped by ancient sediments, limestone and marl, with some areas also marked by volcanic activity. The Euganean Hills, on the other hand, are characterised by a morphology of volcanic origin, with cones, ridges and slopes composed of trachyte, rhyolite, basalt and sedimentary formations. This geological complexity creates a rich variety of soils, ranging from the most calcareous and clayey to those rich in volcanic elements.
The climate is temperate, with sunny summers, a good temperature range between day and night, and ventilation enhanced by the hilly terrain. The exposures and altitudes, which are generally modest, allow the grapes to ripen whilst preserving their freshness, aromas and complexity of flavour. In the vineyards, training systems and pruning methods are tailored to the characteristics of the different slopes, with particular attention paid to canopy management, the exposure of the bunches to sunlight and the soil’s water balance.
The range of grape varieties includes both indigenous and international cultivars. In the Berici Hills, Tai Rosso, Garganega, Tai, Carmenère, Cabernet, Merlot and Pinot stand out, whilst in the Euganean Hills, Serprino, Moscato Giallo, Garganega, Tai, Raboso and the Bordeaux varieties have a strong identity. This results in a diverse range of still, semi-sparkling and sparkling white wines, young or full-bodied reds, rosés, passito wines and aromatic styles. Tai Rosso embodies the Berici tradition, whilst Serprino and Fior d’Arancio represent some of the most recognisable specialities of the Euganean area. The history of viticulture, documented as far back as Roman times and enriched by centuries-old rural practices, continues today through a precise understanding of the soils and winemaking techniques that bring out the wines’ freshness, aromatic intensity and hillside character.
