I Ciacca, Picinisco: Forgotten vines in an unforgettable place

When Alberto Antonini first visited Picinisco to assess the viability of a new vineyard, owner Cesidio Di Ciacca anticipated a scientific analysis of his soil. “Let’s go for a walk,” was Alberto’s first suggestion as consultant wine grower. This was abandoned land, situated in the Val di Comino of Lazio, once used for grape production …