CasalFarneto is a family owned, independent wine producer. With its 35 hectares of vineyard, CasalFarneto combines technology, tradition and sustainability to produce wines of excellence. Under the shade of "Farneto oaks", from which the Estate gets its name, the farmhouse boasts the cultivation of white and red grapes with particular focus on the Verdicchio grape varietal. The vineyards are between 350-400 meters in altitude and just 15km away from the Adriatic Sea. The vineyard is located on the side of a river valley which is open towards the sea, allowing influence from the ocean breeze to moderate the summer temperatures. The soil is medium dense, tendentiously loose texture, with sand and clay composition.

The Marche wine region, located on Italy’s Adriatic coast, is a picturesque area known for producing distinctive wines that balance freshness and depth. The climate is predominantly Mediterranean, influenced by the sea’s moderating effect and the Apennine Mountains, which bring cooler air and temperature variation. This diurnal range helps preserve acidity and develop complex aromas in the grapes.

Soils in Marche vary widely, from calcareous clay and limestone in inland hills to sandy, alluvial deposits along the coast. These well-drained, mineral-rich soils contribute to the region’s vibrant and structured wines.

Verdicchio is the signature white grape, producing crisp, age-worthy wines with notes of citrus, almond, and subtle herbal tones. Other important white varieties include Pecorino and Passerina, known for their floral, mineral-driven styles. For reds, Montepulciano and Sangiovese dominate, yielding wines with ripe cherry, plum, spice, and earthy undertones.

Wine styles range from fresh, zesty whites like Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi to fuller-bodied, oak-aged reds such as Rosso Conero. Sparkling and sweet passito wines also appear, showcasing the region’s versatility. Overall, Marche wines are characterised by a balance of fruit, acidity, and minerality, often reflecting the coastal breezes and mountain freshness that define this unique terroir.

Pecorino is an ancient white grape variety originating from Italy’s Marche and Abruzzo regions, with historical records suggesting cultivation as early as the Middle Ages. The name, meaning “little sheep” in Italian, is thought to derive from the grape’s traditional growing areas along shepherds’ transhumance routes, where sheep grazed among the vineyards. Pecorino is a hardy, early-ripening variety with naturally low yields, favouring hillside sites with good sun exposure. It is well adapted to cooler coastal and mountainous climates, retaining high natural acidity even in warmer vintages, which makes it ideal for producing fresh, ageworthy wines.

Viticulturally, Pecorino’s small, thick-skinned berries offer good resistance to fungal diseases and produce concentrated must. While it nearly disappeared in the 20th century, a revival in the 1980s led to its re-establishment, particularly in Marche’s Offida DOCG and Abruzzo’s Terre di Chieti IGT. Plantings outside Italy remain limited, but small experimental vineyards exist in Australia and the United States.

Pecorino wines are typically medium-bodied with vibrant acidity and an aromatic profile that can include white peach, pear, citrus, herbal notes, and subtle floral hints, often underpinned by a mineral edge. Styles range from fresh, stainless-steel-fermented expressions to richer, oak-aged versions with more texture and complexity.