Controlled Designation of Origin · Marche

Rosso Piceno DOC

A red of the Marche from Montepulciano and Sangiovese, across the provinces of Ancona, Macerata and Ascoli Piceno, with the Superiore and the Novello. DOC since 1968.

Rosso Piceno: territory and history

The Rosso Piceno DOC is an appellation in the Marche, across the provinces of Ancona, Macerata and Ascoli Piceno. It was born in 1968. It has about 765 hectares, with an output of 39,000 hectolitres. The production rules were last updated in 2024.

Montepulciano and Sangiovese

The Rosso is a blend of Montepulciano, between 35 and 85%, and Sangiovese, between 15 and 50%, with at most 15% other red grapes. Sangiovese on the label needs at least 85% of the variety. The Rosso can also be made as Novello.

The Superiore

The Superiore can be produced only in part of the area. It ages about one year and is released from 1 November of the year after the harvest. The minimum alcohol of the DOC is 11%. At the table Rosso Piceno goes with roasts and grilled meat.

Rosso Piceno DOC at a glance

Type
DOC — Controlled Designation of Origin
Region
Marche
Recognised
1968
Grape varieties
Montepulciano, Sangiovese
Styles
Rosso, Sangiovese, Novello, Superiore
Minimum alcohol
11% vol
Vineyard area
765 ha
Production
39,000 hl
Production area
Province di Ancona, Ascoli Piceno e Macerata

Rosso Piceno: grape varieties

Montepulciano
Grape variety
Sangiovese
Grape variety

Rosso Piceno: articles and tastings

Rosso Piceno: frequently asked questions

Which grapes make Rosso Piceno?
35-85% Montepulciano and 15-50% Sangiovese, plus at most 15% other red grapes.
How long does Rosso Piceno Superiore age?
About one year: it is released from 1 November of the year after the harvest. It is made only in part of the area.
What does Rosso Piceno go with?
Roasts and grilled meat.