Poggio Le Volpi "Baccarossa"

Lazio’s Bold and Seductive Red.
From the rolling hills just outside Rome comes Baccarossa, one of Poggio Le Volpi’s most distinctive and captivating wines. Crafted from a rare local variety that thrives in volcanic soils, this wine is a celebration of Lazio’s hidden treasures. The name itself, Baccarossa (“red berry”), hints at its luscious personality — rich in fruit, generous in body, and irresistibly smooth.

The vineyards, kissed by Mediterranean breezes and nurtured by mineral-rich earth, give the grapes exceptional depth and concentration. In the glass, Baccarossa delivers an explosion of ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries, wrapped in a warm cloak of spice and cocoa. Silky tannins and a velvety texture make it as pleasurable to drink now as it will be after a few years of careful cellaring. For wine lovers in Ireland, it’s an intriguing alternative to the classics — a wine with Italian soul and modern flair.

Why we love it:
Baccarossa is bold without being overbearing. It has that perfect balance of ripe fruit, spicy complexity, and luxurious mouthfeel that makes it ideal for both an indulgent mid-week dinner and a celebratory feast. It’s one of those wines that always gets people asking, “What is this, and where can I get more?” — and in Ireland, it’s still a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.