In the hills around Bastardo, in the heart of Umbria, Cesarini Sartori brings an inventive spirit to a region rich in wine tradition. Luciano Cesarini, his wife Fiorella and brother Giuseppe exchanged established careers for a new life in wine, creating a family project that combines countryside values with technical ingenuity. Sagrantino is the defining local grape, supported by Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet in the reds, and Grechetto and Sauvignon Blanc among the whites. Daughter Alice has also helped share the family’s enthusiasm for Umbria’s distinctive varieties.
The estate, also known through its Signae identity, is particularly interesting for its willingness to explore beyond conventional formulas. Technology is used to support careful production, while blends such as Rossobastardo offer an accessible introduction to the cellar’s style. More structured Montefalco wines reveal Sagrantino’s depth and character, and Grechetto-based whites bring a softer counterpoint. The result is an engaging combination of family conviction, local grapes and experimentation: an Umbrian winery for drinkers who enjoy discovering the personality behind a bottle as much as the wine itself.
