Noelia Ricci traces her family’s involvement in the wine industry back to 1941, when her father purchased an estate of 140 hectares near Predappio in the eastern part of Romagna (not far from Rimini). The estate has had a much longer history, dating to the 13th century, and has been the site of many tragic and heroic events. In 2012, Noelia’s grandson, Marco Cirese, created the Noelia Ricci project by segregating the best 7 hectares of vineyard and establishing a winery-within-a-winery. Marco’s goal is to create an estate recognized for excellence, while celebrating his family’s remarkable heritage in the region. Francesco Bordini oversees vineyards and winemaking. Minimal intervention and organic farming allow the traditional Romagna Sangiovese and Trebbiano grapes to show their refined, complex personalities.