Italico is produced by Bixio Produttori, which has been making wines in the town of San Bonifacio (Soave) since the late 1800s. The winery has been owned and operated by the Bixio family for four generations. Today, Romina Bixio manages the company, and her efforts are focused on producing crisp, traditionally-styled Pinot Grigios that balance varietal character and delicious drinking. Her goal is to create a true Italian wine experience at an easy price.
In 2016, the Bixio family purchased a 25- acre hillside vineyard, outside the small, scenic coastal town of Petacciato in he Molise region. The growing season is very hot, and grapes ripen easily, but the vineyard’s proximity to the sea is the crucial factor for maintaining balance and quality. Constant cool winds blow inland from the sea. They keep nighttime temperatures low and help maintain Pinot Grigio’s naturally brisk acidity.
- Pinot Grigio Terre degli Osci IGT, Molise