Colline Lucchesi and its wines

The Colline Lucchesi are one of the historic wine districts of North-western Tuscany, in the surroundings of the town of Lucca.
Characterised by gentle rolling hills, maritime influences from the nearby Tyrrhenian coast and clay and limestone soils, this area offers wines of elegance, freshness and Tuscan typicity, with an identity clearly distinct from other areas of the region.

What is the Colline Lucchesi wine district?

Colline Lucchesi DOC is an appellation recognised in 1968, covering the hill country around Lucca, reaching the municipalities of:

• Capannori, Porcari, Montecarlo, Villa Basilica, Pescaglia and others in the province.

The types allowed are:

• White (also varietal: Vermentino, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, etc.)

• Red (from Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot, etc.)

• Vin Santo e Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice

Characteristics of Colline Lucchesi Wines

Colour

• Whites: Bright straw yellow, at times golden in the more mature wines.

• Reds: Vivid ruby, with purple highlights when young.

• Vin Santo: Pale or deep amber.

Aromas

• Fruity: Apple, pear and citrus in the whites; cherry and red fruit in the reds.

• Floral: Acacia, white flowers; violet in young reds.

• Developed: Almond, honey and herbs in the aged whites.

Palate

• Whites: Fresh, balanced, with a savoury finish.

• Reds: Soft, fruity, sometimes spicy, with gentle tannins.

• Vin Santo: Sweet, velvety, complex.

Typical Grape Varieties of the Colline Lucchesi

White Grape

• Trebbiano Toscano: The base for the whites and for Vin Santo.

• Vermentino: Fresh, floral, mineral.

• Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc: International varieties that have adapted well.

• Greco, Malvasia Bianca Lunga: In some traditional blends.

Black Grape

• Sangiovese: The leading grape variety for reds.

• Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo: In blends for softness and fruit.

• Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon: Used to give structure to IGT and DOC reds.

Why choose a wine from the Colline Lucchesi?

The wines of the Colline Lucchesi are a perfect expression of the The most authentic and understated Tuscany:

• Elegant, mineral whites ideal with fish, white meat, vegetables and the cooking of Lucca

• Soft, fragrant reds for cured meats, Tuscan soups, light roasts

• Vin Santo perfect with cantucci, blue cheeses and meditation