Jacobini IGP Lazio is an organic white wine that embodies the history, and volcanic terroir of the Castelli Romani. It is a continuation of a family heritage, a story that began over 400 years ago. The revival of the brand was a dream of mine and Alessandro’s, and it finally came to fruition in Spring 2022.
The History of Jacobini Wine
Our estate encompasses roughly 40 hectares (100 acres) of farmland in Ariccia and Albano — about half vineyards, the other half olive groves. This land has belonged to my husband’s family since the 1600s, and for generations they cultivated grapes and produced Jacobini wine.
References to Jacobini wines date back to the Grand Tour era, and esteemed clients such as the Imperial Court of Vienna would place orders of our “perfect and delicious wine”. The wines won gold, silver and bronze medals from international wine competitions, which include 1851 London, 1867 Paris, 1876 Philadelphia (USA) and 1892 Berlin.
War changed everything. During WWII our facilities were destroyed; two young brothers lost their lives. Only a sister — Margherita — survived. Undeterred, she joined forces with neighboring producers, becoming a founding member of a cooperative winery that achieved international recognition. This cooperative recently passed to private hands.
A New Chapter: Bringing Jacobini Back
In 2019, we started writing a new page in our history. We wanted to bring the name Jacobini back to the wine bottle and continue the family heritage of producing wine.
For this wine we hand selected our best Procanico (Trebbiano Toscano) grapes, which were then fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature.
We aim for high quality, not quantity, and produced a limited number of bottles, only 3300 per year. The result is an elegant white wine, with aromas of tropical fruit, with a pronounced minerality and salinity on the palate. You can taste our volcanic territory in every sip.
Launched in 2022, the wine has already recieved numerous awards, ranging from medals from international competitions , such as Decanter, to local reputable comptions, taking home the 3rd best white wine in Lazio by the Rome Chamber of Commerce.
Where can you find Jacobini Wine?
Our wine can be ordered directly from us or contact me for a current list of wine bars and resturants in the Lazio region. We also offer experiences in historic family Palazzo Jacobini; come learn first hand of the family history and the revial during our “Art & Wine” aperitivo.
Jacobini Wine Gallery is our partner in the UK
