Casale dei Ceci 2022 Lumiluna

Casale dei Ceci 2022: authentic and elegant Grechetto Umbria IGT

Overview

Casale dei Ceci 2022 is a Grechetto Umbria IGT, embodying the richness and tradition of the green heart of Italy. Produced from naturally farmed vineyards and limited to just 4,500 bottles, it represents one of the most authentic expressions of Umbrian Grechetto, with freshness, minerality, and remarkable aromatic complexity.

Wine history

The choice to produce a pure Grechetto reflects the will to preserve one of the region’s most distinctive native varieties. In 2022 Casale dei Ceci was born, crafted from meticulous vineyard management and a respectful winemaking approach, expressing the terroir’s identity through an elegant and contemporary white wine.

Vineyard philosophy

The Grechetto vineyards, averaging 18 years of age, extend over one hectare of clay-rich soils with significant limestone presence. Farming follows natural viticulture principles, with no synthetic substances, ensuring authenticity of fruit and respect for Umbrian biodiversity.

Winemaking approach

Harvesting is manual and carried out in two separate stages about ten days apart, allowing grapes with different ripeness levels to add complexity to the wine. Fermentation occurs in cement, followed by at least 8 months of lees aging, which gives Casale dei Ceci 2022 depth, structure, and balance. No aggressive clarification or filtration preserves the purity of the Grechetto.

Tasting notes

Color: deep straw yellow with golden highlights.
Nose: elegant aromas of white fruit, fresh flowers, citrus nuances, and a subtle mineral touch.
Palate: fresh, sapid, and harmonious, with roundness and a long, mineral-driven finish.

Food pairings

Perfect with baked fish, white meats, fresh cheeses, and Mediterranean first courses.

Technical sheet

• Region: Umbria

• Variety: 100% Grechetto

• Appellation: Grechetto Umbria IGT

• Vineyard area: 1 ha

• Soil: predominantly clay with significant limestone

• Average vine age: 18 years

• Viticulture: natural

• Harvest: manual

• Winemaking: two separate harvests 10 days apart, cement fermentation

• Aging: at least 8 months on fine lees

• Clarification: no

• Filtration: no

• SO₂ added: minimal

• Production: 4,500 bottles

• Serving temperature: 10-12°C

Lumiluna: the winery between tradition and innovation

The history of Lumiluna

Lumiluna was born in Mercatello from the deep friendship between Luca Bigicchia and Giulio Rinaldi, two young entrepreneurs who chose to continue their family agricultural tradition. Their passion led them to restore old vineyards through manual pruning and careful soil care. In 2015, they began their adventure in their free time, working “by moonlight,” which inspired the winery’s name. 2017 marked a turning point: from a few hundred bottles, they expanded production thanks to acquiring additional vineyard hectares, and in 2018 their own winery was completed, strengthening their presence in the region.

The vineyard philosophy

Lumiluna’s vineyards, trained in guyot, double inverted, and cordon speronato, spread over a 20 km radius south of Perugia, across the hills surrounding Mercatello. They currently manage 15 diverse plots, with soils ranging from clay to limestone, from galestro to clay-skeleton mixtures, offering extraordinary mineral complexity. Vines aged 20 to 65 years allow cultivation of grapes such as Trebbiano, Grechetto, Malvasia di Candia, Syrah, Sangiovese, and Ciliegiolo, aiming to produce elegant and refined wines without synthetic substances.

The cellar approach

In the cellar, Luca and Giulio follow an artisanal approach, with controlled fermentations and minimal interventions that respect the natural expression of the grapes. Every step is personally supervised, from cluster selection to aging in barrels and tanks of various materials. This method highlights vineyard biodiversity and wine aromatic complexity, ensuring authentic products true to the territory.

Lumiluna’s identity and creativity

Lumiluna is more than wine; it is a cultural project combining tradition, sustainability, and creativity. Every year, two or three new labels are added to the base range, inspired by songs listened to during the harvest, a crucial moment for defining the wines. This philosophy gives the labels unique personality, making Lumiluna a young winery capable of telling deep stories through its work. Respect for the land, combined with the founders’ passion, makes every bottle an experience of taste and culture.