Marche on the map of Italy. Italian region Marche
How to get there
The Adriatic Riviera is served by two airports: Rimini and Ancona; Charters from Moscow to Rimini and Ancona fly on Saturdays.
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Major resorts
Gabicce Mare - Gabicce Monte is a resort center consisting of two levels: the “lower” Gabicce Mare, stretching along the coast, with many hotels, large sandy beaches and gardens, and the “upper” Gabicce Monte, located among lush vegetation on the the top of a panoramic rock - with its hotels, restaurants, pizzerias and nightlife.
Fano is a thriving port city. The local beach of Spiaggia-Sassogna is pebble, with a long and wide promenade. The beach to the north, Spiaggia Lido, is sandy, with constant rows of umbrellas, and is more popular among holidaymakers.
Spiaggia di Veltuto or "velvet" beach, stretches along the coast of Senigallia for 13 km, and is known as one of best beaches Adriatic.
San Benedetto del Tronto is one of the main summer resorts in the region. There are a lot of vacationers there during the season, but due to the large beach (8 km of sand) there is enough space for everyone. It attracts tourists with a charming palm alley of 7,000 trees, a long beach and fun nightlife.
Between Fano and San Benedetto there is a chain small resorts- miniature Portonovo with picturesque hills, Sirolo, sand and pebbles Porto Recanati or Pedaso, which is famous for its mussels.
Pesaro. Even on the hottest days, you can feel a light, cool breeze in Pesaro. The main wealth of the resort is 8 km of sandy beaches, which are freely washed by the sea and partially protected by coastal cliffs. In addition, Pesaro serves as a convenient point for excursions to the medieval city
Excellent cuisine, clean beaches, rich history - all this is found in one of the most peaceful regions of Italy - Marche, where you can still relax without fuss.
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Excellent cuisine, clean beaches, historical heritage- all this is in the Italian region of Marche. While tourists prefer neighboring Emilia-Romagna, the Italians themselves choose Marche for its charming scenery and silence. This is one of the calmest regions of Italy, where you can still relax without fuss.
Geography of Marche
The region is located in eastern Italy, in the center of the Adriatic coast. Its coastline stretches for 180 km, and its territory is a mixture of hills, plains and mountainous terrain. Marche borders Umbria, Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo and Tuscany. The capital of the region is Ancona, a tourist and international port. There is an airport near the city, and Ancona also receives ferries from Albania, Greece and Croatia.
Region map Marche
Big cities
The capital and largest city of the region is Ancona. It has a long history, and in the Middle Ages it was an independent maritime republic. Much of the historic architecture has been destroyed, but there is plenty to do in Ancona. You can visit art galleries, ancient churches or go to nearby resort towns. Modern Ancona will delight you with excellent infrastructure and a wide selection of hotels.
Another Big City- Pesaro. This is the resort center of Marche, whose coastal strip is dotted with hotels. However, Pesaro has a calm atmosphere. Vacationers leisurely stroll through the historical center and enjoy cultural life cities. And it is very vibrant in Pesaro: events are regularly held here international exhibitions, Opera Festival and Theater Arts Festival.
Marche climate
The south of the region is characterized by a typical Mediterranean climate with warm winters (+8 °C) and dry, hot summers (+32 °C). Precipitation is rare here - only in low season. In the northern regions the climate is more capricious. Wet and cool days are not uncommon here. In summer the temperature stays at +28 °C, in winter - at +2 °C. On average, Marche has 200 sunny days.
Attractions Marche
The region's most famous landmark is the Palazzo Ducale, or residence of the Dukes of Urbino. This is a striking example of Renaissance palace architecture. Palazzo Ducale is located on a cliff and today serves as the building for the National Gallery. It also displays Renaissance masterpieces, but the interiors themselves are no less attractive. The palace's offices contain original furniture, sculptures, books and frescoes.
Near Ancona, in the town of Loreto, there is the greatest Catholic shrine - the Holy Hut. According to legend, the basilica was once built in Nazareth. Elena Equal to the Apostles herself ordered it to be erected in this place. But in order to prevent the destruction of the church under the onslaught of the Saracens, the Holy Hut was mysteriously moved from Palestine to the vicinity of Ancona. The authenticity of the shrine was confirmed twice by popes. The basilica itself is impressive with its architecture, but its contents are not inferior: valuable frescoes, mosaics and sculptural groups are stored inside.
You can spend several days in Ancona exploring the city's heritage. Firstly, attention should be paid to the Cathedral. It is a mixture of three styles at once: Gothic, Roman and Byzantine. The cathedral has a difficult past. Built on the foundations of the Greek acropolis, it was destroyed and rebuilt. Today, the cathedral attracts with its 13th-century Romanesque portal, figures of lions made of Verona marble and a 14th-century bell tower. The dome of the cathedral is one of the oldest in Italy. It was erected in the 13th century, and 300 years later a copper coating was applied.
Inside the Cathedral you can venerate revered icons and see ancient sculptures and paintings. Also in Ancona, the 500-year-old fortress of Sangallo and luxurious palace Mercanti is an example of Venetian Gothic. And in the port part of the city there is the island of Lazaretto. The huge pentagonal building houses museums and cultural events on its grounds.
Holidays in Marche
The main advantage of Marche is its coastline, on which there are many resorts for different styles of holiday. One of the most popular is Gabbice Mare. People come here for the cozy azure bays and bright nightlife. Its opposite is Pesaro. This resort seems to be created for relaxing on deserted beaches. At the same time, here you can enjoy fresh seafood in coastal restaurants.
Many tourists prefer Fano. It is a lively port city with a promenade and many shops, but its beaches are not crowded. Senigallia is also distinguished by the quality of water and tourist services. Its clean sandy beaches are often called “velvet”.
Marche is good for gastronomic tourism. The basis of its dishes is seafood, and prices in a region unspoiled by tourists remain acceptable. The meal is usually accompanied by cheeses and local Verdicchio wine, which has been produced here since the Middle Ages.
Shopping
When talking about shopping in the Marche, one cannot ignore the regional delicacies. Tourists stock up on local sausages and cheeses. Particularly appreciated are the cheeses Ricotta, Caciotta, Vino Rosso (with the addition of red wine), as well as lemon cheese from the Metauro Valley. Since the region has long been an agricultural center, Marche products are environmentally friendly and incredibly tasty.
Ascoli Piceno is a town that tourists neglect. However, it is attractive for shopping. There is an old market with original antiques (monthly, on the third weekend). There are also small wine factories in the vicinity of the town, and local workshops are famous for their quality leather shoes.
In Ancona you can buy wine from all areas of the Marche. The city center has a concentration of shops selling mainly Italian brands. It is worth coming to the town of Fermo for local handicrafts and souvenirs - there are many shops in the Old Town. And in Pesaro and Macerata excellent olive oil and quality wines are sold.
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When thinking about where to go in Italy, take note of Marche. The region has all the attractive components. Clean beaches Adriatic, picturesque reserve Konero, lovely historical cities with sights and what we love most about Italy is the delicious cuisine.
In the photo: the square of the Italian town of Ascoli
Before the numerous vacationers who fill neighboring Emilia-Romagna in the summer have discovered Marche, hurry up to see and feel it. We have already been there and selected the main points that we need to pay attention to.
ADRIATIC SEA
180 kilometers of coastline, 9 bays and 16 beaches marked blue flag. In Marche you will find places to sunbathe and swim. There are several places that you can choose for a beach holiday: Senigallia, San Benedetto del Tronto, Gabbice Mare.
In the photo: San Benedetto del Tronto beach
Italians love Senigallia for its sandy beaches. In San Benedetto, palm trees are planted along the embankment, and on the shore - White sand, which is why they decided to call the town the Italian Miami.
In the photo: the promenade of San Benedetto del Tronto
RIVIERA CONERO
There are 12 natural parks in Marche, protected by the state. We liked the coast of Portonovo most of all, surrounded by the picturesque Conero Park. There is vegetation here (connoisseurs of coniferous trees, like those in Istria, will be glad to see their abundance here), mountains, and the sea.
For an original place to stay, we recommend the Fortino Napoleonico di Portonovo, a former Napoleon's fort located right in Conero Park, with views of the Adriatic and an excellent restaurant for dinner.
But in general, the landscapes of Marche sometimes resemble the tranquil Tuscan ones - the same green hills and ancient houses, and in the distance you can also see the white peaks of the Apennines.
LORETO
In the photo: the basilica in the town of Loreto
We move from nature to cultural values. The town of Loreto, closest to the capital Ancona, is famous for its basilica, where pilgrims come every year. Inside the church is Santa Casa, the house where the Virgin Mary was born.
In the photo: Santa Casa, the house where, according to legend, the Virgin Mary was born
According to legend, the house was moved by angels in 1291 from Nazareth; according to documents, it was transported in parts in the thirteenth century on a ship with the participation of a noble Italian family. By the end of the fifteenth century, a basilica was built for the relic. Now Santa Casa is located in a separate chapel along with an unusual statue of the “Black Madonna”.
ASCOLI
The Ascoli were founded by Italic tribes even before Rome; a road and bridge have been preserved from ancient times. In the Middle Ages the city became known as the “city of a hundred towers”, which were visible even at the entrance to Ascoli.
In the photo: the central square of Ascoli, Piazza del Poppolo
Nowadays there are significantly fewer Romanesque and Gothic towers left; you can try to count them while walking. central square Piazza del Poppolo, paved with gray marble, is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy.
The latter is arguable, but don't miss the historic Café Meletti located here. The Meletti brand has been producing Anisetta anise liqueur for 140 years. In 1903, the Meletti family bought the former post office building and transformed it into an elegant Art Deco coffee house.
The vaults in the cafe are painted with frescoes, the chandeliers are made in the shape of anise leaves, the marble tables and Viennese chairs look like they were 100 years ago.
You need to drink anise liqueur, snacking on a coffee bean, or just coffee with the same liqueur. Meletti is so beautiful that it is impossible to leave quickly.
In the photo: anise liqueur at the Meletti cafe, anise liqueur should be drunk with coffee beans from glasses with a thick stem.
URBINO
In terms of attractions, Urbino is considered the most attractive city. Firstly, this is the birthplace of Raphael; the house of the artist’s parents has been preserved here, which functions as a museum.
Secondly, the city boasts its own Palazzo Ducale, a Renaissance ducal palace. It is included in the UNESCO heritage and is one of the most remarkable palaces in Italy. Palazzo Ducale was built under the supervision of Duke Federico da Montefeltro, who ruled Urbino from the mid-fifteenth century.
A portrait of Federico by Pietro della Francesca hangs in the Uffizi, and behind the Duke there is a view of the city from the windows of the palace. The palace was designed as a fortress, on the facade - round towers, inspired by the architecture of minarets. The Duke was a great admirer of antiquity, ordered the construction of a pagan “Temple of the Muses” in the palace, and hung portraits of Ptolemy, Plato and Aristotle in his office.
The walls in the cabin are covered with inlaid wooden panels with an optical effect, it seems as if there are astronomical instruments and books on the shelves. The palace has an impressive spiral staircase seemingly endless, and balconies with an impressive panorama. Be prepared, school tours often take place around the palace, so it will be noisy.
PURCHASES
There are many factories of large Italian brands in the region, as well as shops and outlets. It’s easy to buy Tod’s, Hogan and Santoni shoes at a significant discount. To get to the shops, you will have to take a car; the factories are located far from tourist areas.
GASTRONOMY
We will pay special attention to gastronomic pleasures, there are many of them here. The proximity of the Adriatic provides seafood.
In the photo: lobster in Fortino Napoleonico
In Portonovo they catch wild mussels, which are served with butter and bread. The main pastas are those with langoustines, shells and shrimp.
Try local variations of prosciutto, such as Prosciutto di Carpegna. Marche has wonderful village cheeses - pecorino, stracciatella (stretchy cheese in cream), ricotta, buffala, as well as formaggio di fossa (hard cheese like pecorino, which is eaten with apple marmalade).
Particular attention to the wonderful white wine Verdicchio. In Italy, friulano from Friuli is traditionally considered the king of white wines, but, as we see it, if Marche winemakers take up the promotion of verdicchio, the position can be reconsidered.
Verdicchio is a fine, aromatic wine that has been made in the region since the 14th century, and its modern variations go well with seafood cuisine.
In the photo: seafood pasta and Verdicchio wine
And finally, to everyone who, when hearing the word “truffles,” begins to wiggle their nose dreamily. They are found here! Black and precious white truffles are harvested in the mountains of the northern Marche. People in the region love to tell stories of how cyclopean-sized mushrooms were sent to John Paul II and, more recently, to Barack Obama. So Piedmont also has a competitor.
In the photo: pasta with truffle crumbs
We had a chance to taste black truffles at the excellent Osteria Dalla Peppa in the city of Fano. The mushroom, cut into pencil shavings, is placed on toasted white bread as an appetizer for “spumante”, and then the same shavings are added to tagliatelle in butter sauce. We know that truffles are not for everyone, but for our tastes they are mind-blowing.
Pictured: classic antipasti (snacks) from the Marche region
By the way, if you are in Fano (and then you definitely need to find this osteria), order the traditional La Moretta Fanese as a digestif - hot coffee with rum, anise liqueur and brandy. The ingredients are poured in layers, when mixed, it turns out great.
We thank the Marche region and the tour operator for organizing the trip ICS Travel Group . Charter flights to the regional capital of Ancona are operated by ICS from June 1 to early September.
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Lyudmila Egorshina- Lyudmila Egorshina is a former columnist for Afisha magazine and host of columns about travel, culture and fashion on the website elle.ru. She has traveled half of the world, but has a special penchant for Asian culture and Italian cuisine.
It is about this, about the central part of Italy, about the province of Marche, that I would like to tell the world today... The beauty of this province is that the attractions are scattered throughout its territory, and not concentrated in a few large cities. And in almost every, even the smallest settlement, you can find such cultural value that will take your breath away...
I invite you to go with me to a place where there are not many tourists, but there are more than enough historical and cultural values...Where people have not lost their friendliness. To a place where culinary traditions are still preserved. Where prices are still affordable. And a hotel room or rented apartments can take you on vacation without exceeding the cost beyond what is reasonable...
And where, you ask, is this paradise?
I invite you to the province of Marche. And first, I suggest you look at the map... See? Let’s try the “by contradiction” method, i.e. from the "opposite". The Marche border strip on its northern side is only 40 km away. from the popular “Russian” resort of Rimini. Arriving in Rimini, you will receive maximum care for yourself practically from the plane - starting with restaurants, sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach... you will instantly be asked to part with your hard-earned money... Unpretentious beach hotels according to the “bed-to-bed” principle, “shop tours” or “gastronomic” according to your taste and wallet size, excursions to distant lands and to distant lands at fabulous prices, of course., because Rome, Venice and Florence are located in Rimini 3-4 hour availability. And most importantly! Everywhere they are waiting for you and everywhere they speak Russian warmly... Even in the state of San Marino (where you will certainly be asked to go from Rimini), store sellers of a tiny but self-sufficient state will offer you bags, wines and brands in the language native to our hearts... That's where I'll I don't invite you. You can go there on your own and without any fear of getting lost, but for fear of losing “everything that has been acquired through back-breaking labor.”
We continue to study the map... Such a green part of Italy... in the middle part... Exactly! Located between the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea. Here... In the north it borders with Emilia Romagna (the famous Rimini is also here, about which I have already given a little information), with the Republic of San Marino (also already mentioned), we look to the east - Tuscany and Umbria. We look further south - from Lazio and Abruzzi...
One of Marche's advantages lies in its proximity. The region has absorbed all the best from its numerous neighbors without losing its traditions. The successful neighborhood has affected literally all areas: culture, art, employment, and, of course, cuisine... Exactly! Diversity- distinguishes the Marche region from other provinces of Italy.
Second advantage - sea! You can object to me, especially if you splashed around in the coastal waters of Rimini, they say, the Adriatic Sea is shallow, not picturesque, not interesting... That’s right, off the coast of Rimini and a little to the south, it looks exactly like that. This is the region of Emilia-Romagna. However! The beaches near Ancona (the capital of Marche) are impressive with their beauty and are included in the top 10 the most beautiful beaches Italy... The mountainous terrain gave the province the freshest air and mountain rivers: Metauro, Cesano, Tronto, Potenza, Esino. Are you looking at the map? Or am I the only one admiring these natural gifts of the province? All these rivers flow into the Adriatic Sea. "So what?" - you ask.
And the fact is that thanks to the desalination of sea water by mountain rivers, the inhabitants of the bottom feel excellent in such water... And here you have numerous fishing ports, bazaars, shops and fish restaurants. And it’s no coincidence traditional dish Marche is considered Brodetto - a soup made from freshly caught fish and seafood. Whatever was caught in the morning ended up in the soup. But even Brodetto is prepared in its own way in each city. This soup cannot be called a soup in the usual sense... It is a “huge seafood platter” with a little broth and croutons for dipping. Why am I describing this? Here's a photo.
Does it look like soup? And, of course, you should eat soup where the fish are caught, therefore, on the coast. For example, look at the map from north to south: Pesaro, Fano, Civitanova, San Benedetto del Tronto. All these cities have a fishing port, which means there is plenty of fish to cook a delicious Brodetto!
So, the Adriatic Sea on one side and the mountains on the other. Such geographical limitation and inaccessibility have forced the region to develop independently since ancient times. So Marche grew into a powerful and self-sufficient... The forest provided paper and furniture! Forest... “And in the forest there are flowers, berries, mushrooms,” as the children’s cartoon song says. This is true. Famous Tartuffo mushrooms! Mmm... About food again?!
You see, they’ve already forgotten about the sea... That’s right, why lie on the beach when the best fashionable shoes are produced in Marche... Let’s jump into the car and go to the factories! To the city of Macerata or Ascoli - Pecheno. What about clothes? Personally I like it Italian stamps without a big name. You can do without factories, and just stroll through the shops of the cities of Fano and Pesaro, and here you will find something to please yourself with...
Of course, I would really not like you to have the impression of me as a person with eternally hungry eyes. But I can’t help but write that the region is rich in its own olive oil, its own excellent wine, and cheese for every taste. The Pecorino cheese made from sheep's milk, which I adore, is also produced here. And if it’s still from the pit... After all, they make delicious ravioli with cheese from the pit in Marche. They resemble our dumplings with cottage cheese, but again, as in the case of fish soup, they have nothing in common with our dumplings.
My God! I’ve already written so much, but not a single word about the sights. Incredible! When I was getting ready to write an article, I was thinking about what to write there, quickly about this and that. But it turns out that it’s no longer an article at all... It looks like Marche is laying claim to a whole book...
Well... Let's talk about the sights then. Back to geography again. The name of the province itself, Marche, translated in Old German means “mark” or “border”. In the 11th century, the Marche territory became the border of the Holy Roman Empire. And so it stuck: the border of the Roman Empire is Marche.
If you turn to historical facts, the Marche region has been inhabited since Neolithic times. There is evidence that Balkan and Greek tribes lived in this territory back in the 2-3 millennium BC. They lived and did not grieve until the Romans became interested in the strategic lands of the region. Ancona (the capital of Marche) was already the most important trading port! Ancona! Isn't this city worth visiting?! Don’t you want to be in the square where trade relations were built and history was made even before our era? But many people go to Ancona just to plunge into the beautiful sea... Oh, although... To be honest, I really want to go to the beautiful sea too!
Once upon a time, I read in one of the sources that pirates often hunted in these parts and the population was forced to flee from them to the mountains, so here’s migration... This story with pirates brought back memories of sea adventures on the pages of the book “The Odyssey of Captain Blood » Rafael Sabatini. And imagine my surprise that the writer Sabatini was a native of these places. It’s clear how not to write about the sea while being near the sea... in the thick of things, so to speak...
It should be noted that the province of Marche gave Italy and the world famous composers, opera singers, architects and artists, writers, mathematicians and teachers. And even one famous motorcycle racer - Valentino Rossi. I will not make a list of the names of all these figures, because each of them is part of the history of his city... Which means it would be more correct to talk about each of them according to his place of birth. Unfortunately, this article will no longer contain the stories of all famous natives. Somehow we dived so smoothly into the area of culture and art... It was the pirates who knocked us off course, but we were talking about the “desired” territory.
In a word, someone always laid claim to a well-located region... There was a period when it was captured by the French... And only in 1869 the Marche region found peace when the Italian state finally united.
Well, that’s probably all that can be said by looking at the map... In a word, they said “Hello, Marche!”
But as a starter, so to speak, I want, due to my writing abilities, to lift the curtain on the natural beauties of the province.
Traveling by car is extremely pleasant because the road winds between 
picturesque green hills, you can always stop and enjoy the views... And along the way, stop by a winery or small farm where olive oil is pressed. Or maybe...for wine or cheese from the pit...
The historical heritage of the Marche fits very harmoniously into the hilly landscape: from small villages on the peaks to castles and palaces. Delightful and lonely standing churches, cathedrals, ancient villas of the local nobility, as a rule, these views have already been captured on the canvases of famous artists and may well become your successful photograph.
If you choose to travel along Adriatic Sea, then you will find a flat sandy coast, periodically separated by low hills, and in some places by steep cliffs. Therefore, the choice of a beach holiday depends only on your desire and mood... Today it can be kilometers of sand and a wide, busy beach, and tomorrow - a secluded cove or a rock, which for the moment will belong only to you and the open Adriatic Sea.
Nature... Or maybe you want to go to snow-capped peaks, mountain rivers and waterfalls? Then it’s towards Umbria, towards the Apennines. There you will find thermal springs both drinking and bathing... And all this - Marche!
Don't want to go to the mountains and forest? Do you want city parties and narrow European streets? Everything is for you!
Each of the Marche towns resembles the scenery for a medieval play: gray or orange tiled roofs, paved promenade streets, large and small squares, in the summer season, where, as a rule, in the evenings, some kind of action certainly takes place. They sing, dance, recite poems, sell local products or relax in cafes... And all these miracles are concentrated on an area of 9.7 thousand square kilometers (3.2% of the entire territory of Italy). A small area with incredible diversity within its territory... Well, that's it! I hope this information is enough for you to say to yourself: “I want to go to March!” I hope that you will not regret your choice for a minute... I, in turn, promise that I will write more articles about each of the towns and their amazing stories...
Region Marche is located in the center of Italy, it is located between the Adriatic Sea and the Apennine Mountains.The territory of the Marche is mainly covered with hills, turning into mountains closer to the Apennines and descending plains to the sea. The coast is interrupted by the only hill, Conero, whose height is just under 600 meters.
The Marche region is crossed by numerous rivers, which create areas of fertile soil.
Most of the vineyards are located in the middle and southern parts at the foot of the Apennines.
Once upon a time, the territory of the Marche was inhabited by the Piceni tribes, archaeological excavations show that already Piceni were engaged in winemaking, so in one of the graves they were found remains of fossilized grapevines, dating back to the 7th century. BC.
When the Romans occupied these lands, they appreciated the local Picena wine. Pliny the Elder spoke especially highly of it, noting its delicate aromas and excellent taste.
The total area of Marche vineyards is about 17 thousand hectares, of which 10,400 hectares are DOC and DOCG, which covers 62% of the territory.
The most common are Sangiovese and Montepulciano, but the region's fame was brought by the white variety Verdicchio, which occupies only 2,200 hectares. Verdicchio is considered the great white wine of Italy, it is able to convey terroir, has good storage potential and improves with age. The fame of Verdicchio wines began in 1999, when at a competition in Brussels Verdicchio dei Casteli di Jesi Classico Riserva Balciana 1997 from the Sartarelli winery from Poggio San Marcello was named the best white wine in the world.
Also interesting varieties of white grapes are pecorino, passerina and bianchello.
Sangiovese plantings occupy 3600 hectares, accounting for 21% of the total area.
Of the red ones, the most common - it occupies 21% of the total area. Next comes Montepulciano d'Abruzzo.
The local variety of lacrima and rare Bordeaux are interesting."
International varieties are also cultivated - Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and others.
Most red wines have fruity aromas and noticeable tannins, they are drunk young and a few of them live up to 10 years of age.
Boiled wine is also produced in the south of the Marche.
20 DOP (5 DOCG and 15 DOC), 1 IGT
1. Cònero DOCG.
The zone is located in the communes of Ancona, Offagna, Camerano, Sirolo, Numana, as well as parts of Castelfidardo and Osimo in the province of Ancona.
It was isolated in 1967, and in 2004 the category was raised to DOCG.
The name of the zone comes from Mount Konero, which rises above the Adriatic Sea. The vineyards lie from sea coast to the hills formed by mountainous terrain.
Red wines are produced from Montepulciano (minimum 85%) and Sangiovese (maximum 15%).
Productivity should not exceed 9 t/ha. The minimum aging is 2 years.
The wines are characterized by structure and noticeable tannins.
2. Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva DOCG.
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio DOC was allocated in 1995, in 2010 the category was raised to DOCG for the Riserva version.
The vineyards occupy 2,762 hectares.
Planting density is at least 2200 vines/ha.
verdicchio (no less than 85%), as well as other white grape varieties of the region (no more than 15%).
Produce:
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico is a historical winemaking area.
Alcohol content not less than 12%.
Aging must be at least 18 months, of which 6 months in bottle.
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva DOCG is called a very terroir wine, it is dominated by citrus aromas, spicy and savory nuances. The wine has good aging potential and improves over the years, acquiring rich aromas of ripe fruits and dried fruits, a variety of spices and wild herbs.
Farms: Bucci, Umani Ronchi, Poderi Mattioli, Marotti Campi, Pievalta and others.
3. Offida DOCG.
The Offida wine region includes 25 communes in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo. The vineyards are located from the coast to the hills, they lie at an altitude of 50 to 650 meters above sea level, the exposure is southeastern and eastern, the soils are sandy-clayey. The climate is hot but not dry during the summer, rainy and cold in the winter. The area of the vineyards is about 400 hectares.
The zone was allocated in 2001, and in 2011 it received the DOCG category.
Produces red and white wines:
Offida Pecorino – white wine made from pecorino (at least 85%). The wine is characterized by floral aromas, as well as notes of pineapple and anise, the taste is fresh and mineral with a long aftertaste.
Offida Passerina – white wine made from passerina (at least 85%). Typical aromas are yellow fruits and citruses, the wine is fresh and pleasant.
Offida Rosso – red wine from Montepulciano (at least 85%). The aroma is dominated by red fruits, licorice and chocolate.
4. Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva DOCG.
The zone partly occupies the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata, and partly the communes of Cerreto d'Esi and Fabriano in the province of Ancona.
It was isolated in 1995, and in 2010 the category was raised to DOCG for the Riserva version.
They produce white wines from verdicchio (no less than 85%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Productivity should not exceed 9.5 t/ha. The minimum aging is 18 months.
The vineyards occupy 279 hectares.
In Matelika, in the ancient tomb of a wealthy young man, the remains of fossilized grape vines were discovered, as well as ceramic vessels that were used for wine, which speaks of the ancient wine-making traditions of this area. The first written mention of verdicchio is found in documents from 1579, when the wine was produced by monks.
Verdicchio wines have good storage potential and improve with age.
The wines of Verdicchio di Matelica, in contrast to Verdicchio di Jesi, are more austere and restrained in aromatics, but open beautifully at a more mature age, revealing tertiary aromas. These are complex, structured and harmonious wines. Typical flavors include roasted almond, cedar and honey.
Farms: Belisario, La Monacesca, Borgo Paglianetto and others.
5. Vernaccia di Serrapetrona DOCG.
The zone covers the entire commune of Serraretrona, partly the communes of Belforte del Chienti and San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata.
It was isolated in 1971, and in 2004 the category was raised to DOCG.
The main variety is vernaccia nera (minimum 85%), with other red varieties from the region also present (maximum 15%).
Vernaccia nera is considered a rare variety. The vineyards occupy only 50 hectares. Planting density is at least 2200 vines/ha, yield is not higher than 10 t/ha.
Sparkling wines are produced using the charm method, some of the grapes must be raisined, and the wines can be dry or sweet. The aroma is of red fruits and almonds, the taste is slightly bitter.
6. Bianchello del Metauro DOC.
The wine-growing area is located in the province of Pesaro, the vineyards lie from the border with the province of Ancona to the Cesano River on the south side, and along the Arzilla River in the north. It is crossed by the Metauro River. The zone includes 18 communes.
It was isolated in 1969. total area vineyards amount to 244 hectares.
They produce white wines from the Bianchello (Biancame) variety (minimum 95%), as well as Malvasia Lunga (no more than 5%).
The wines can be still and dry, as well as sparkling, passito and superiore.
White wines from this area were known back in the days Ancient Rome. In 1536, Pope Paul III, visiting Fano, said: “The city is beautiful, but small, it produces excellent wines.”
Bianchello is a local grape variety, its wines are characterized by freshness, low alcohol content and floral aromas.
7. Colli Maceratesi DOC.
The zone includes the entire province of Macerata, as well as the commune of Loreto in the province of Ancona.
It was isolated in 1975.
Produces white and red wines:
Colli Maceratesi bianco (also passito and spumante) – white wine, ribona (maceratino) (not less than 70%), incrocio Bruni 54, pecorino, Trebbiano Toscano, verdicchio, chardonnay, sauvignon, malvasia lunga, grechetto (separately or together no more than 30 %), as well as other white grape varieties from the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi Ribona (also passito / spumante / superiore) – white wine from the Ribona variety (at least 85%), as well as other white grape varieties from the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi rosso (also novello and riserva) – red wine, Sangiovese (at least 50%), Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Ciliegiolo, Lacrima, Merlot, Montepulciano, Vernaccia Nera (separately or together not more than 50%), as well as others red grape varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi Sangiovese - red wine made from Sangiovese (no less than 85%), as well as other red grape varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
For red wines, the minimum aging is 24 months, of which 3 months in barrels.
8. Colli Pesaresi DOC.
The zone is located in the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino.
It was isolated in 1972.
Produces red, white and rose wines:
Colli Pesaresi bianco – white wine, Trebbiano Toscano (Albanella), Verdicchio, Biancame, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Nero (white vinified), Riesling Italico, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco (separately or together at least 75%), as well as others white varieties from the Marche region (not more than 25%).
Colli Pesaresi Biancame – white wine made from Biancamé (at least 85%), as well as other white varieties from the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi Trebbiano is a white wine made from Trebbiano Toscano (no less than 85%), as well as other white varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi rosso – red wine, Sangiovese (at least 70%) and other red varieties from the Marche region (not more than 30%).
Colli Pesaresi rosato (rose’) – rose wine, Sangiovese (no less than 70%) and other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 30%).
Colli Pesaresi Sangiovese / riserva / novello – red wine made from Sangiovese (no less than 85%), as well as other red varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi Spumante – sparkling wine, Trebbiano Toscano (Albanella), Verdicchio, Biancame, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Nero (white vinified), Riesling Italico, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco (separately or together at least 75%), as well as others white varieties from the Marche region (not more than 25%).
There are also the following subzones:
Colli Pesaresi Focara rosso / riserva - red wine, pinot nero, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, merlot (separately or together no less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 25%), sangiovese (no more than 50% ).
Colli Pesaresi Focara Pinot Nero / riserva – red wine made from pinot nero (at least 90%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia bianco / riserva - white wine from pinot nero (no less than 25%), Trebbiano Toscano, chardonnay, sauvignon, pinot grigio, pinot bianco (separately or together no more than 75%).
Colli Pesaresi Parco Naturale Monte San Bartolo Sangiovese / riserva - red wine made from Sangiovese (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Parco Naturale Monte San Bartolo Cabernet Sauvignon / riserva - red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot nero, vinified white / riserva - white wine made from pinot nero (at least 90%). For the riserva version, the minimum aging time is 18 months.
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot Nero, vinified white / riserva - white wine made from pinot nero (at least 90%). For the riserva version, the minimum aging time is 18 months.
Colli Pesaresi Focara Pinot nero spumante – sparkling wine, pinot nero (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot nero spumante – sparkling wine, pinot nero (at least 85%).
For the red wine version of riserva, the minimum aging is 2 years.
9. Esino DOC.
The zone covers the entire province of Ancona, as well as the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata.
It was released in 1995.
The vineyards lie between the Adriatic coast and the Sibillini Mountains, in the north the territory is delineated by the rivers Cesano, Nevola and Misa, in the south by the rivers Aspio and Esino.
The zone takes its name from the Esino River.
White and red wines produced:
Esino bianco (can be sparkling) – white wine, verdicchio (at least 50%), as well as other white varieties from the Marche region (not more than 50%). Productivity is no more than 15 t/ha. The wines are distinguished by delicate aromas and good structure.
Esino rosso (also in the novello version) – red wine, Sangiovese and Montepulciano (separately or together, at least 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%). Productivity is no more than 14 t/ha.
The main grape varieties are Verdicchio, Montepulciano and Sangiovese.
10. Falerio DOC.
The wine-growing area is located in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo in the southern Marche region.
It was isolated in 1975.
The vineyards lie on hills ranging from 50 to 700 meters above sea level.
White wines produced:
Falerio - white wine, Trebbiano Toscano (20-50%), Passerina (10-30%), Pecorino (10-30%), as well as other white varieties from the Marche region (no more than 20%).
Falerio Pecorino is a white wine made from pecorino (85%), as well as other white varieties from the Marche region (max. 15%).
11. I Terreni di Sanseverino DOC.
The zone is located in the commune of San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata.
It was formed in 2004.
Red wines produced:
I Terreni di Sanseverino rosso / superiore – vernaccia nera (not less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 50%).
I Terreni di Sanseverino passito – sweet wine, vernaccia nera (not less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 50%).
I Terreni di Sanseverino moro – Montepulciano (at least 60%) as well as other red varieties from the Marche region (not more than 40%).
Productivity should not exceed 8 t/ha, for rosso – 9 t/ha.
12. Lacrima di Morro (Lacrima di Morro d'Alba) DOC.
The zone covers the communes of Morro d'Alba, Monte San Vito, San Marcello, Belvedere Ostrense, Ostra and Senigalia in the province of Ancona.
It was isolated in 1985.
The vineyards lie on low hills, 25 km from the Adriatic Sea.
Red wines are produced from the lacrima variety (at least 85%), which gives the aroma of the wine strawberry, cherry, blackberry and violet tones.
They can be dry and sweet (passito), as well as in a superiore version.
13. Pergola DOC.
The zone covers the communes of Pergola, Fratte Rosa, Frontone, Serra Sant'Abbondio, San Lorenzo in Campo in the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino.
It was allocated in 2005.
Red and rose wines made from the Aleatico variety are produced:
Pergola / superiore / riserva / spumante / passito – red wine, aleatico (no less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%). Can be from dry to sweet.
Pergola rosato / frizzante – rose wine, aleatico (at least 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%).
Pergola rosato / rose’ spumante – sparkling wine, aleatico (not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%). From dosage zero to sweet.
Pergola rosso / novella / superiore / riserva - red wine, aleatico (no less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 40%).
14. Rosso Conero DOC.
The zone covers the communes of Ancona, Offagna, Camerano, Sirolo Numana and parts of the communes of Castelfidardo and Osimo.
It was isolated in 1967. The vineyards lie on the cape of Mount Conero, which juts into the Adriatic Sea, and on the hills inland.
They produce red wines from the Montepulciano variety (no less than 85%), as well as other red varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
15. Rosso Piceno DOC.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ancona, Ascoli Piceno and Macerata.
It was isolated in 1968. The vineyards lie on high and medium hills.
They produce red wines in a blend of Montepulciano (35-85%, Sangiovese (15-50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%).
The Rosso Piceno Sangiovese version must contain at least 85% Sangiovese.
The yield should not exceed 13 t/ha, for the superiore version - no more than 12 t/ha.
A novello version is also produced.
Farms: Velenosi and others.
16. San Ginesio DOC.
The zone lies in the communes of San Ginesio, Caldarola, Camporotondo di Fiastrone, Cessapalombo, Ripa San Ginesio, Gualdo, Colmurano, Sant'Angelo in Pontano, Loro Piceno in the province of Macerata.
It was founded in 2007.
They produce still red wines, as well as sparkling wines in sweet and dry versions.
San Ginesio Rosso - still red wine, Sangiovese (at least 50%), Vernaccia Nera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Ciliegiolo (separately or together, not more than 35%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15% ).
San Ginesio spumante (secco / dolce) – sparkling red wine, vernaccia nera (no less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%).
17. Serrapetrona DOC.
The zone covers the commune of Serrapetrona and parts of the communes of Belforte del Chienti and San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata. The vineyards are located 60 km from the Adriatic Sea. They lie on high and medium hills with an altitude of 250 to 500 meters above sea level.
The zone was allocated in 2004.
Red wine is produced from the vernaccia variety (no less than 85%), as well as other grape varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Productivity should not exceed 10 t/ha. The minimum exposure is 10 months.
18. Terre di Offida DOC.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo.
It was allocated in 2001.
They produce white wines in Pasito, Vin Santo and sparkling versions.
The main variety is passerina (at least 85%).
For passito, the appassimento process can take place on the vine or in a special room, it is possible to use thermal or hydro devices, for wine santo - only in a special room, without the use of any devices. The minimum aging for passito is 18 months, of which 1 year in barrel, for santo wines - 36 months, of which 24 months in barrel.
19. Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ancona and Macerata.
It was isolated in 1968.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi. Productivity is no more than 14 t/ha.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Spumante. Sparkling wines from extrabrut to secco.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Passito
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico. The vineyards are located in the classic zone. Productivity is no more than 14 t/ha.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico superiore. Productivity is no more than 11 t/ha.
Farms: Bucci, Umani Ronchi, Poderi mattioli, Marotti Campi, Pievalta and others.
20. Verdicchio di Matelica DOC.
The zone lies in the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata, as well as in the communes of Cerreto D'Esi and Fabriano in the province of Ancona.
It was isolated in 1967.
White wines are produced from the Verdicchio variety (at least 85%):
Verdicchio di Matelica
Verdicchio di Matelica spumante. Sparkling wines from extrabrut to secco.
Verdicchio di Matelica passito
Productivity should not exceed 13 t/ha.
Farms: Belisario and others.
