Roccafiore

Leonardo Baccarelli, an entrepreneur with a background in the energy and automotive industries, founded Roccafiore in 1999. He purchased a tract of fallow land in the Umbrian countryside near the town of Todi to create a project that balanced agriculture, hospitality, and environmental preservation. Since the family had no prior winemaking background, they collaborated with consultant winemaker Hartmann Donà to plant the first vineyards from scratch and produce their first vintage in 2005. Leonardo's son, Luca Baccarelli, grew up on the property and took over management and winemaking operations in 2014, maintaining the family's independent ownership of the estate.

The estate manages 15 hectares of vineyards within the Colli Martani sub-region, with a specific focus on the Todi DOC appellation. These vines are situated on terraced hillsides composed of white clay and limestone marl at elevations reaching 380 meters above sea level. The Baccarelli family has practiced organic farming since the first vines were planted, and the winery operates as a self-sufficient facility using 100 percent solar energy. Winemaking is characterized by minimal intervention, using indigenous yeast fermentations and stainless steel or large oak barrels to maintain the clarity of the fruit. The vineyards are positioned with a southeast exposure to benefit from ventilating winds coming from the nearby Monte Martano.

Roccafiore is best known for its dedication to the Grechetto di Todi variety, particularly the local G5 clone, which is noted for its mineral tension and structural intensity. The flagship white wine, Fiorfiore, is produced from single-vineyard fruit and is frequently cited as a benchmark for the variety's ability to age. The estate also produces red wines from local grapes, including a Sangiovese known as Il Roccafiore, which is crafted from a specific Todi clone selected for its elegance. Other labels incorporate Sagrantino, Montepulciano, and Moscato Giallo, all grown according to the estate's sustainability standards, including VIVA certification for environmental impact. Through its focus on indigenous varieties and ecological responsibility, the producer has become a central figure in the modern viticulture of the Todi region.