€10-€25Lacrima di Morro d’Alba in Ancona
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Lacrima di Morro d’Alba is one of the most distinctive wines of the Marche, born in the hills surrounding the ancient village of the same name in the province of Ancona. Its intensely floral aroma, with hints of violet and rose, makes it immediately recognizable and surprising from the first sip. Produced almost exclusively in this small area, it tells the story of the determination of winegrowers who preserved a rare grape variety deeply connected to the land. Bringing a bottle home means keeping an authentic fragment of the Marche’s wine culture, to share at the table along with memories of the journey.
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What Lacrima di Morro d’Alba is
Lacrima di Morro d’Alba is an aromatic red wine produced in the hills of the province of Ancona, especially around the medieval village of Morro d’Alba. It stands out for its intense floral bouquet, with notes of violet, rose, and red berries that make it immediately recognizable compared to other red wines from the Marche. Its color is a lively ruby, and the taste is generally soft, fresh, and slightly spicy. It is a wine deeply tied to its territory and is often enjoyed young to highlight its aromatic character.
The roots
Origin and history
The Lacrima grape variety has been documented in the Marche for several centuries, although its cultivation has always remained limited to the Morro d’Alba area. The name likely comes from the small “tears” of juice that drip from very ripe grapes or from the elongated shape of the berries. During the twentieth century the variety risked disappearing in favor of more productive grapes, but some local winegrowers continued cultivating it. In the 1980s and 1990s, renewed appreciation for the grape led to the recognition of the Lacrima di Morro d’Alba DOC designation.
A bottle of Lacrima di Morro d’Alba tells the story of the importance of local grape varieties and small agricultural areas that resist the standardization of wine. It carries with it the idea of a discreet yet tradition-rich hilly landscape shaped by rural culture. It is an invitation to discover the Marche through the aromas of wine and the convivial culture of the table.
The context
Cultural significance
This wine is one of the most distinctive wine symbols of the province of Ancona. The Lacrima grape variety is rare and grown almost exclusively in this small area of the Marche, which strengthens its value as a local expression. For many residents it represents agricultural and family continuity, as its cultivation long remained in the hands of small producers. Its remarkably distinctive aromatic profile also makes it an ambassador of the Marche’s wine biodiversity.
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Where to find Lacrima di Morro d’Alba in Ancona
It can be easily found in wine shops in Ancona and in wineries across the hills between the Esino and Misa valleys, particularly around the town of Morro d’Alba. Many visitors buy it directly from local producers, where it is often possible to taste it alongside traditional Marche cuisine. It is also served in typical restaurants in the area, often paired with cured meats, flavorful pasta dishes, or meats. In the gourmet food shops of central Ancona it is frequently presented as a representative wine of the province.
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