The Colle Petruccio farm gets its name from the historic and ancient hill that the property resides on (Colle Petruccio). This hill is next to the Etruscan Roman archaeological site of Roselle or Rusellae which was an important ancient town in Etruria, and later Rome, which survived until the Middle Ages at which time it was abandoned. This famous hill was used by both the Etruscan’s and later the Roman’s, for growing grape vines and olive trees. This hill derived its name from a land rich in boulders and stones which gave the grapes grown on it a unique strength and minerality. As vines have been cultivated on this hill for millennia Sandro believes in farming and making wine the same way it has been done throughout history. Therefore, the farm is certified organic, fermentation is spontaneous and minimal intervention in the cellar, which is possible thanks to the environment and the excellent terroir around the vineyard.