Region · Tuscia, Lazio, Italy
Lake Bolsena
Lake Bolsena
Volcanic water, Tuscia
What should I drink from here?
The largest volcanic lake in Europe, in northern Lazio. The wine is Aleatico, Procanico, and Roscetto, grown on the old crater rim.
- rose
- red berry
- volcanic stone
- almond
Gradoli, on the north shore, is the name on the sweet Aleatico. The dry wines from the same hills are quieter and harder to find outside the cellar.
Villa Caviciana is the first working farm the FAI looks after: organic vines, a cellar cut into the hill, and a view of Isola Bisentina. Book the tour. The lawn is the easy hour.
This is not Tuscany, even though the border is close. One estate is the visit. Do not try to do Montalcino the same day.
At the table
Service
Dry whites 46–50 °F (8–10 °C). Aleatico passito cooler than a red, in a small glass.
Places
Go see Lake Bolsena.
A volcanic lake north of Rome. Organic vines, Aleatico, and a view of Isola Bisentina.
Tasting rooms and itinerary
