Why is Unlitro sold in a 1-litre bottle?

It's designed as Ampeleia's most casual, shareable wine — the larger format suits gatherings with friends and everyday drinking occasions.

What does Unlitro taste like?

Bright ruby with violet highlights, fresh cherry and raspberry fruit, subtle balsamic and peppery spice, light body, crunchy tannins and crisp acidity.

Is there a white version of Unlitro?

Yes — Ampeleia also produces an 'Unlitro Bianco' in the same casual, shareable 1-litre format.

CuvéeMaremmaRed

Unlitro

ウンリトロ

Ampeleia

About Unlitro

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Alicante Nero, Sangiovese, Carignano, Mourvèdre, Alicante Bouschet
Price Range: $16-24; 1L, ex-tax, varies by vintage
Alcohol: 12%

Ampeleia's lightest, most dynamic and approachable wine, bottled in a distinctive 1-litre format meant to be shared with good company. A blend of roughly 50% Alicante Nero, 30% Sangiovese, 10% Carignano, 9% Mourvèdre and 1% Alicante Bouschet from vineyards at 180-250m, it shows bright ruby color, fresh cherry and raspberry, subtle balsamic and pepper notes, with crunchy tannins and crisp acidity.

Sommelier's Note

Don't let the playful litre bottle fool you — this is serious biodynamic winemaking made deliberately fun to drink.

New to wine?

The friendliest, most casual bottle in the range — perfect for wine newcomers and big gatherings alike.

Food Pairings

A terrific summer wine — great with barbecue, burgers, margherita pizza, charcuterie, roast chicken, or a simple panzanella salad.

When to drink it

Barbecues, casual parties, picnics, everyday drinking

Terroir & Winemaking

Blend of roughly 50% Alicante Nero, 30% Sangiovese, 10% Carignano, 9% Mourvèdre, 1% Alicante Bouschet from 180-250m vineyards, bottled in a 1-litre format, cement vinification only. Biodynamic (Demeter-certified) farming; also available in a white version (Unlitro Bianco).

About the producer

AmpeleiaA harmonious expression of Maremma terroir through biodynamic Mediterranean viticulture.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Unlitro sold in a 1-litre bottle?: It's designed as Ampeleia's most casual, shareable wine — the larger format suits gatherings with friends and everyday drinking occasions.
What does Unlitro taste like?: Bright ruby with violet highlights, fresh cherry and raspberry fruit, subtle balsamic and peppery spice, light body, crunchy tannins and crisp acidity.
Is there a white version of Unlitro?: Yes — Ampeleia also produces an 'Unlitro Bianco' in the same casual, shareable 1-litre format.

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