Romagna Albana

About the wine

Romagna Albana holds the distinction of being Italy's first white wine to be granted DOCG status in 1987. Produced exclusively from the ancient Albana grape, this wine is deeply tied to the 'Spungone' geological formation—a fossil-rich, yellowish limestone ridge running through the hills of the Romagna region. The denomination is remarkably versatile, offering a spectrum of styles ranging from crisp, dry, and tannic 'Secco' to the complex, honeyed, and noble-rot-influenced 'Passito' and 'Passito Riserva'. The wines are characterized by a distinct aromatic profile often described as having notes of sage and apricot, with a structure that reflects the specific clay-limestone soils of the area. While modern winemaking has refined the consistency of the product, the tradition of using Albana for both daily table wines and celebratory dessert wines remains central to its identity. The Passito versions, in particular, are celebrated for their intensity, longevity, and harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone is located in the Emilia-Romagna region, spanning hilly areas across the provinces of Forlì-Cesena, Ravenna, and Bologna. Key communes include Bertinoro, Faenza, Imola, Dozza, and Castrocaro Terme. The zone is defined by the unique 'Spungone' geological ridge, which provides specific soil conditions—predominantly clay, silty-clay, and yellow sands—that are essential for the character of the Albana grape.