Sete Tropicale 2022

Sete Vini Naturali is located in Priverno, a tiny village near the Circeo Natural Park in the Province of Latina, Lazio, Central Italy. Sete is a social, cultural, and agricultural project aiming at rescuing old and abandoned vineyards in the Amaseno River Valley. The project was started by two young friends, Emiliano and Arcangelo, who decided to make wine from these long-abandoned vineyards, vinifying each plot separately. Everything is done by hand in the vineyards and the cellar; winemaking is natural, and no sulfites are added. All of the Sete wines are unfined and unfiltered, very, very natural wines.

Lazio, also known as Latium, is a central Italian wine region renowned for its ancient winemaking heritage, which dates back to Etruscan times. The area is predominantly recognized for its white wines, especially from grape varieties like Malvasia and Trebbiano, which are used to produce well-known wines such as Frascati and Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone. These wines are typically light, crisp, and meant to be consumed young. The region's geography varies from volcanic hills to fertile plains, providing a diverse terroir that supports viticulture. The volcanic soils, in particular, enrich the wines with a complex mineral profile.

Despite its historical legacy, Lazio's wines have remained relatively obscure on the international market compared to other Italian regions. However, there is a growing interest in the region's red wines, including Cesanese, Sangiovese, and Montepulciano varieties. These reds are known for their depth and ability to age well. Lazio also benefits from a Mediterranean climate influenced by the Tyrrhenian Sea, which moderates temperatures, allowing for a longer growing season.