Dea Roma (2022) - Capizucchi

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A large-retail label; the name "Dea Roma" recalls the historical and mythological identity of the city. Capizucchi is a producer widely found in supermarkets, with entry-level wines of an approachable profile.

Dea Roma (2022) - Capizucchi

Dea Roma (2022) - Capizucchi

Type: Vino Bianco

Area: Italy, Lazio, Roma e Agro Romano

Appellation: Roma DOC Bianco

Grape variety: Greco, Trebbiano, Malvasia

Vintage: 2022

Winery: Capizucchi

Alcohol: 12

The appellation: Roma DOC Bianco

Roma DOC Bianco is one of the most representative expressions of the Roma DOC appellation, established in 2011 to give value to the wine production of the hills surrounding the Italian capital. This appellation captures the historical and cultural identity of the Roman countryside, linking it to a selection of indigenous and traditional varieties, vinified so as to give fresh, elegant and food-friendly wines.

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Who makes it: Capizucchi

The Capizucchi winery was born on the historic estate of the Roman noble family of the same name, active in the Agro Romano area since the 17th century.Today the estate has been relaunched by a young, dynamic project that combines respect for tradition with a focus on sustainability. Capizucchi stands out for its 100% organic production, with spontaneous fermentations and minimal intervention in the cellar, for true, authentic wines with a sense of place.

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The vine of Dea Roma

Greco

Greco is a white grape variety of very ancient origin, among the finest in southern Italy. Grown mainly in Campania, Calabria and Basilicata, it is known for its ability to produce structured, mineral and long-lived white wines. Greco di Tufo DOCG, in particular, is one of the greatest expressions of this variety, thanks to the combination of volcanic soils and unique climatic conditions.

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Trebbiano

Trebbiano is one of the most widely planted white grape varieties in Italy and in the world, known for its versatility and its ability to adapt to different climatic and soil conditions. It is a fundamental part of the Italian winegrowing tradition, producing fresh, light wines suited to everyday drinking, but also high-quality bases for balsamic vinegars and spirits.

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Malvasia

Malvasia is one of the oldest and most widespread grape varieties in the Mediterranean basin, known for its incredible versatility and its ability to adapt to different areas and winemaking styles. The name "Malvasia" does not refer to a single variety, but to a vast family of varieties, both white and black, grown in various regions of Italy, Spain, Greece and Portugal. Wines made from Malvasia can be white, red, rosé, sparkling, passito and fortified, demonstrating this variety’s adaptability to a range of styles and winemaking traditions.

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Dea Roma: the Roma e Agro Romano area

Roma e Agro Romano

Roma e Agro Romano

The wine area of Rome and the Agro Romano is one of the most historic in Italy, in the Lazio region, around the capital, where viticulture was already practised in Etruscan and Roman times. Today this vast area of hills and plains is at the heart of a qualitative revival, thanks to rediscovered native grape varieties, a mild climate and volcanic soils, which give rise to fresh, fragrant whites, soft, spicy reds and food-friendly wines with a strong link to the land. The productive heart extends from the Colli Albani (Frascati, Grottaferrata, Monte Porzio Catone) to the plains of the Agro Romano, embracing the eastern, southern and western sides of Rome, with differing soil and climate influences that give stylistic richness to the production.

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Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)

Soil: Volcanic

Geographical setting: Sea

Profile of Dea Roma

Primary aromas: White-fleshed fruit (apple, pear), citrus (lemon, grapefruit) and wild flowers

Secondary aromas: Light vegetal notes and mineral hints

Tasting notes: The Dea Roma Bianco 2022 from Capizucchi is a simple, easy-drinking and straightforward wine. On the palate it shows a pleasant freshness, crunchy fruit, a light structure and a dry finish with a slight bitter note. Made for everyday drinking, it pairs easily with pasta dishes, fish and starters.

Sulphites yes
Body Slender, not very dense
Acidity Media
Tannin Absent
Sweetness Dry
Finish Short–medium
Colour Pale straw yellow
Clarity Clear
Body Light

Winemaking methods used for Dea Roma

Soft pressing

Soft pressing is a gentle winemaking technique, used to extract the must from the grapes with the least possible pressure. This method makes it possible to obtain a high-quality must, free of excessive phenolic or tannic substances, ideal for producing elegant white, rosé and red wines.

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Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel

Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.

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Ageing methods used for Dea Roma

In bottle

Ageing in bottle is a fundamental stage in the production of quality wines, during which the wine continues to develop in an oxygen-free environment. This process allows the wine to harmonise its components, soften the tannins and develop more complex, mature aromas, without the external influence of wood or other materials. Ageing in bottle can last from a few months to several years, depending on the type of wine and the style sought, and is particularly used for structured red wines, long-lived whites and metodo classico sparkling wines, improving their elegance, finesse and length on the palate.

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In stainless steel (1–6 months)

Ageing in stainless steel for 1 to 6 months is a winemaking practice widely used for young, fresh, varietal wines, aimed at preserving the aromatic fragrance and gustatory integrity of the wine immediately after fermentation. This choice allows the wine to be stabilised, to settle naturally and to be ready for drinking within a few months, retaining vitality, tension and precision.

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