Ippolito 1845

Created in 1845, with over 160 years of history, the Ippolito winery is the oldest winery in Calabria and it is located in the historic center of Cirò Marina which is right in the heart of Calabrian viticulture.

The family-run company has an agricultural estate of over 100 hectares, distributed across the beautiful rolling hills and sunny plains overlooking the Ionian Sea, located in the classic area of Cirò.

The company’s mission has always been the preservation and enhancement of native vines such as Gaglioppo, Greco Bianco, Calabrese and Pecorello. With the help of constant research, the use of innovative techniques and the direct control of all production processes, Ippolito winery seeks excellence, elegance and identity in each wine that they produce.

With over 160 years of hard work and dedication, the company now boasts 14 labels on 4 different continents. The enhancement of their native vines, the protection of the territory, respect for traditions, nature and its biodiversity are the cornerstones of their story and they continue to pass these values on from generation to generation. At Ippolito winery they work to ensure that their vineyards have a minimal impact on the surrounding environment, through the adoption of sophisticated cutting-edge agricultural practices to enhance the land, while taking care of and respecting the environment and its ecosystem.

The farm’s vineyard area consists of three estates located in the heart of the D.O.C. Cirò: Mancuso, Feudo and Difesa Piana, for a total area of about 100 hectares. The training system adopted is mainly the horizontal spurred cordon, a small part is “alberello”.

Grapes

Wines

Red

  • Liber Pater Lipuda DOC
  • 160 Anni Calabria IGT
  • Ripe del Falco – Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva Cirò DOC
  • Colli del Mancuso – Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva Cirò DOC
  • I Mori Calabria IGT
  • Calabrise Calabria IGT
  • Rosé

  • Mabilia Calabria DOC
  • Pescanera Calabria IGT
  • Sparkling Wines

  • Chrysòs Bianco Frizzante Lipuda IGT
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    Taste the Wines

    Ippolito 1845 I Mori Calabria 2019

    Ippolito 1845 Mare Chiaro Ciro 2020

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