Vignamato is a stellar, fourth-generation family estate that stands as a true benchmark for premium winemaking in Marche, Italy. Rooted in the post-war era of the late 1940s, the estate began when Umberto Ceci purchased a single historic vineyard plot in the sun-drenched hills of San Paolo di Jesi. Today, under the forward-thinking guidance of Maurizio and Serenella Ceci alongside their three children, the family manages twenty-six hectares of exceptional estate vineyards, blending ancient local viticultural traditions with cutting-edge, sustainable winemaking technology.
The estate's vineyards are meticulously spread across distinct hillside plots overlooking the Esino Valley, where the vines thrive at altitudes reaching up to 450 metres above sea level. This unique geography benefits from a spectacular macroclimate, where rich, clay-heavy soils are cooled by constant, fresh Adriatic sea breezes. This dramatic temperature contrast between warm days and crisp coastal nights allows the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, locking in a vibrant natural acidity, complex stone-fruit characteristics, and a distinctly savory, mineral-rich core.
While their crisp Classico whites are brilliant summer refreshers, the family's winemaking prowess extends across a diverse, multi-tiered range. Their old-vine Versiano Superiore and oak-aged Ambrosia Riserva expressions demonstrate the incredible depth and age-worthy complexity the Verdicchio grape can achieve. Furthermore, their craft stretches into deep, food-friendly Rosso Piceno red blends, intensely aromatic Lacrima, and rare dessert styles. It is a complete, estate-grown lineup that offers a bottle for every occasion, from casual midweek lunches to serious weekend dining.