The finest Sangiovese grapes were carefully selected from the estate's hillside vineyard and picked at their peak maturity level. The vines have an average age of 15 years and are grown in medium-textured clay soils, yielding approximately eight tonnes per hectare. Umberto Cesari was one of the first wineries in Emilia Romagna to be awarded the SQNPI, the national Italian quality scheme for Integrated Production. This sustainability certificate recognises the use of integrated production techniques in cultivating the vineyards, which are tended with knowledge, patience and dedication. Cover grasses protect the soil from erosion and destruction while encouraging biodiversity. At every stage of the vine’s life cycle, the best techniques, which are always totally natural, are adopted to guarantee the plant's health and an optimal environment.