The Sangiovese grapes come from the single vineyard Il Roccafiore in the Todi subregion of Umbria. The micro climate experiences cold and rainy winters and cool ventilated summers, which help to produce a refreshing vibrancy to the grapes. The vineyard is positioned at 300 to 380 metres above sea level, where considerable thermal excursions between day and night, allowing a slow, gradual ripening of the fruit which encourages rich fruit flavours balanced by natural acidity. The soils comprise white clay, calcareous marl, chalk and sand, offering the vines great nutrients and balance. The Guyot-trained vines are carefully cultivated following sustainable and organic principles. Weeding takes place in alternate rows, care is taken to prevent soil erosion and compaction; green manure is used for fertilisation and grasses and cruciferae plants improve the soil structure and fertility.