Anagni is the city of the popes, in the province of Frosinone, in Ciociaria, south-east of Rome. The geographical indication that bears its name, recognised in 2010, is a tiny presence in Lazio: registered vineyards amount to about one hectare. The vines lie between 200 and 500 metres above sea level.
The Bianco
The Bianco brings together the two traditional white grapes of inland Lazio: 50 to 60% Malvasia del Lazio, known here as Malvasia Puntinata, and Passerina, together or separately. Bellone, Chardonnay, Grechetto and Manzoni Bianco may make up to 35%, and other local white grapes up to 15%. The result is an aromatic white, with notes of flowers, yellow fruit and citrus, supported by the acidity of Passerina.
The Rosso
The Rosso has an international approach with a local signature: at least 50% Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot up to 25% and a compulsory share, from 10 to 20%, of Cesanese di Affile, the red grape of Ciociaria. Other red grapes may make up to 15%. In the glass it combines the dark fruit and herbaceous notes of the Cabernets with the spice and red fruit of Cesanese.
Minimum alcohol is 12% for both, and the regulations set no minimum ageing periods.
At the table
The Bianco goes with starters, vegetables, soups and freshwater fish; the Rosso with grilled meat, lamb, traditional Ciociaria pasta with ragù and aged cheeses. The same province is home to Cesanese del Piglio, the DOCG for Cesanese reds.
