Faro

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Production zone along the Strait of Messina: Ionian strip 32 km (Giampilieri Marina–Capo Peloro) and Tyrrhenian strip 24 km (Capo Peloro–Ortoliuzzo).
• Predominantly alluvial soils with medium clay content, on hillside terrain.
• The winds of the Strait protect the vines from excessive humidity, contributing to the pedoclimatic balance of the zone.
• Sea-facing exposure on hills and slopes overlooking the Strait, between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Ionian Sea.

• Ruby red color tending toward brick with aging; delicate, ethereal, persistent bouquet; dry, harmonious flavor of medium body.

• The winds of the Strait and alluvial clay soils shape the character of Faro: they protect against humidity and ensure gustatory balance.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.

Sources

• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PDO-IT-A0781
• Official trade body site — Consorzio di Tutela Vino Faro DOC