Baccagnano sits in the hills of Brisighella, a medieval village in the Lamone Valley, at the edge of the Romagna Apennines. It’s a land of wine, olive oil, and centuries of history—close enough to the tourist routes to be accessible, far enough to feel like a secret.
Brisighella
Just ten minutes on foot from Baccagnano, Brisighella is one of Italy’s most beautiful villages (Borghi più belli d’Italia). Three hills, three towers, and a maze of medieval streets define its silhouette.
What to See
The Three Towers
- Rocca Manfrediana (14th-century fortress)
- Torre dell’Orologio (clock tower)
- Santuario del Monticino
- Blue clay soils — Rich in minerals, retaining water through dry summers
- Temperature swings — Cool air flows down from the mountains at night, even in August
- Protected position — The hills shelter the vines from harsh weather
- Brisighella olive oil DOP — One of Italy’s finest, from the local nostrana cultivar
- Piadina romagnola — Flatbread with squacquerone cheese and arugula
- Passatelli, cappelletti, tagliatelle — Fresh pasta traditions
- Sangiovese, Albana — The local wines (including ours)
- Hiking — Trails through the Vena del Gesso regional park
- Cycling — Rolling hills and quiet roads (e-bikes available at Baccagnano)
- Thermal baths — Terme di Brisighella, just outside town
- Faenza — 15 minutes. Famous for ceramics (faïence)
- Ravenna — 30 minutes. Byzantine mosaics, UNESCO World Heritage
- Bologna — 50 minutes. Food, culture, porticoes
- Florence — 1 hour. Renaissance art and architecture
Via degli Asini
The “Donkey Road”—a raised, covered walkway built in the 14th century, originally used by donkey drivers transporting goods. One of the most distinctive streets in Italy.
The Historic Center
Cobblestone streets, colorful houses, artisan shops, and excellent restaurants serving traditional Romagna cuisine.
The Lamone Valley
The valley carved by the Lamone river runs from the Tuscan-Romagnolo Apennines to the Adriatic Sea. Our vineyards sit on an ancient river terrace, benefiting from the unique microclimate created by the valley’s geography.
Why the Wines Are Different Here
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