What is the main grape variety in Candia dei Colli Apuani?

The primary grape variety is Vermentino, which accounts for more than 90% of production in this DOC, used for its signature white wines.

How does the marble landscape affect the wine?

The proximity to the Apuan Alps marble quarries and the region's siltstone, clay, and quartz-feldspathic soils contribute to a distinct mineral profile in the wines.

What towns does the Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC cover?

The DOC covers vineyards around Massa, Carrara, and Montignoso, in the northernmost part of Tuscany along the Ligurian Sea coast.

Appellation

Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC

カンディア・デイ・コッリ・アプアーニ

Vermentino wines defined by marble mountains and sea breeze.

Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC is a unique wine appellation located in the northernmost part of Tuscany, around the towns of Massa, Carrara, and Montignoso, nestled between the Apuan Alps and the Tyrrhenian Sea. The region is world-renowned for its dramatic landscape, characterized by the white marble quarries of Carrara. Vineyards are planted on steep, terraced slopes with excellent sun exposure and cooling maritime breezes, on soils of siltstone, clay, and quartz-feldspathic rock. Vermentino dominates production, accounting for more than 90% of grape cultivation, and produces wines with distinct minerality, vibrant acidity, and aromatic complexity. Sangiovese and the rare local red grape Barsaglina round out a small red and rosé production, alongside traditional Vin Santo. These wines reflect a rugged terroir and proximity to the sea, offering a sophisticated expression of Tuscan white wine that stands apart from the region's more famous red wine appellations.

Best for: Ideal for lovers of crisp, mineral-driven white wines and hidden gems of Italian viticulture.

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Food Pairings

Seafood dishes, grilled fish, shellfish, vegetable tempura, and light pasta with pesto.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main grape variety in Candia dei Colli Apuani?: The primary grape variety is Vermentino, which accounts for more than 90% of production in this DOC, used for its signature white wines.
How does the marble landscape affect the wine?: The proximity to the Apuan Alps marble quarries and the region's siltstone, clay, and quartz-feldspathic soils contribute to a distinct mineral profile in the wines.
What towns does the Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC cover?: The DOC covers vineyards around Massa, Carrara, and Montignoso, in the northernmost part of Tuscany along the Ligurian Sea coast.