Villa Bucci
The story of an Italian masterpiece
Villa Bucci is a winery that transcends time and space. The past, shaped by Ampelio Bucci's pioneering vision, and the present, guided by Federico Veronesi's conservative approach, continue Villa Bucci's evolution without altering the harmony between wine and nature.
HOW IT STARTED
The castles of Jesi
Ampelio Bucci, a native of Montecarotto in the Marche region, enhanced the value of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, an indigenous white grape variety, by founding Villa Bucci.
A visionary wine project for an iconic wine with an unmistakable style recognised worldwide.
A family deeply connected to the land, who have risen through a life project intertwined with the human element – the irreplaceable driving force behind this Italian masterpiece. A story of agriculture, people and territory: a perfect synthesis of what can still be found in the glasses of Villa Bucci today.
Since 1987
The Villa Bucci winery took shape in 1987, in Ostra Vetere, in the Marche hinterland a few kilometres from the Adriatic Sea, near Senigallia. A land of wines produced from indigenous grape varieties such as Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi and Rosso Piceno, an authentic expression of the terroir of the Marche region.
In the heart of the Marche region
The natural cultivation of vines is in the DNA of Villa Bucci. A team of longtime winery collaborators dedicates itself daily to preserving the vineyards spread across the hills of Serra de' Conti, Montecarotto, and Ostra Vetere. The limestone and clay soils are ideal for transferring to the vine characteristics that are found in the wines of Villa Bucci: complexity, elegance and minerality. The sea breezes mitigate the sunny days while at dusk the temperatures drop, guaranteeing cool nights.
Our grapes
Verdicchio is the best-known and most widespread native white grape variety in the Marche region. Its name is linked to the colour of the berries, which are characterised by a greenish tinge even when fully ripe, while still maintaining golden reflections. At Villa Bucci, a small portion of the vineyard area is dedicated to Montepulciano and Sangiovese, red grape varieties that are original interpretations of the territory.
THE WINE CELLAR
The magic of eternal barrels
The wood at Villa Bucci is not just containers.
Large containers made of used Slavonian oak wood, ideal for ensuring natural micro-oxygenation through the pores of the wood itself.
Custodians of the oenological memory of the wine that has rested there and that will welcome the wines of Villa Bucci, vintage after vintage.
Belonging to Villa Bucci
New horizons, same people
Ampelio Bucci, the historic owner, accompanies his creation towards the future by entrusting its leadership to Federico Veronesi. A project that continues with a team of people who, with passion and dedication, have supported Ampelio and continue to do so with Federico, to continue producing iconic wines.
Belonging to Villa Bucci is synonymous with being part of a large family.
The wonder of encountering different generations who lend their talent to Villa Bucci is a unique element closely aligned with the Veronesi family.
The importance of "teamwork"
It is the passion of those who work at Villa Bucci that makes the difference: transforming a simple bunch of grapes into an emotion to be shared, every day, with the enthusiasm of those who feel like they are part of a project.
OUR WINES
Villa Bucci wines are the result of expert craftsmanship and unique terroir. Discover our labels.
The BOOK
THE HISTORY OF VILLA BUCCI: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE.
Ampelio Bucci, as the storyteller through the words of Cinzia Benzi, accompanied by historical images and new ones by Francesca Brambilla and Serena Serrani, highlights the pivotal moments in the creation of this iconic wine from the Marche region. A book that reveals the present and future of Villa Bucci. Since July 2024, Federico Veronesi has been leading the winery, taking over from Ampelio. Drinking Villa Bucci is recognising a distinct style of Verdicchio, an unmistakable texture, just as this volume published by Seipersei aims to convey.
CONTACTS
bucciwines@villabucci.com
Contacts
Via Cona, 30-60010 Ostra Vetere (AN) bucciwines@villabucci.com
Corporate data
Azienda Agricola F.lli Bucci P.IVA 00920070422 C.F. 00170290423
Legals