Vintage Character Fattoria La Maliosa Rosso 2022 gives Ciliegiolo the leading role in a vintage defined by drought followed by timely rain. Water shortages began during winter, and unusual heat in early May affected flowering. The hot conditions persisted until the middle of August; rain from late August to mid-September then helped the vines recover and complete ripening. Harvest proceeded in stages over the first three weeks of September, with strict hand selection essential to the final wine. This pure Ciliegiolo comes from the estate's best selection, carrying the season's ripe fruit within a deliberately fresh, structured frame.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Marasca cherry, dried plum and currant create an intense, layered bouquet. Withered rose adds a floral accent, while balsamic notes and Mediterranean scrub give the fruit a distinctly herbal setting. The palate is fresh and substantial, supported by ripe, elegant tannins rather than blunt force. The aftertaste remains intense and persistent, allowing the fruit and herbs to return gradually. Serve it with egg pasta and ragù, roast pork, or aged pecorino. Richness in the food supports the wine's structure, while its acidity and aromatic lift keep the pairing clear and appetising.
Winery Background La Maliosa cultivates its vineyards through Metodo Corino, an entirely plant-based regenerative system attentive to soil fertility and the long life of the vines. Home-grown hay is used as mulch, and shoots are arranged without topping to extend leaf activity late into the season. In the cellar, local yeasts begin fermentation, followed by four weeks of maceration and a short maturation in wooden vessels. No additives are introduced. The focus remains on a carefully selected local grape, offering a direct connection between Ciliegiolo, the Maremma landscape and restrained winemaking.