Verdicchio di Matelica Wine Route – Marche: a wine of altitude between silent valleys, stone villages and authentic traditions. The Verdicchio di Matelica Wine Route winds through the valleys of the Macerata hinterland, where the hills become mountains and the rhythm of nature still marks the time. Here a different Verdicchio is born, fresher, mineral and deeper: Verdicchio di Matelica DOC. 🍇 A white wine with character and personality: Compared to its brother of the Castelli di Jesi, Verdicchio di Matelica is the result of a unique Apennine microclimate. The temperature ranges and altitude give the wine greater acidity, citrus notes, herbaceous hints and an important structure, perfect even for long aging. 👉 Tip: Try the "Riserva" or concrete- or wood-aged versions, which express all the longevity and elegance of this wine. 🏘️ Matelica and its surroundings: Matelica is an elegant historic center, with harmonious squares, stately buildings and ancient wine traditions. In the surrounding area, villages such as Esanatoglia, Gagliole and Castelraimondo preserve an authentic soul, made up of hospitality, silence and unspoiled landscapes. 👉 Tip: Visit the Piersanti Museum and relax with a walk in the greenery of the Esino Valley. 🍽️ Mountain taste and genuine flavors: Verdicchio di Matelica goes well with rustic but refined dishes: ciauscolo, lentils, rabbit in porchetta, aged pecorino cheese, soups and first courses with truffles. A wine that enhances the true flavors of the mountains. 👉 Tip: Taste it with tagliatelle with wild boar sauce or with a plate of local cured meats to discover its deepest soul. 🚶 ♂️ A path to be experienced slowly: The Strada del Verdicchio di Matelica is a journey away from the most popular tourist circuits. Perfect for those looking for authenticity, sincere food and wine experiences and direct contact with local producers. 👉 Tip: Take part in a trek through the vineyards or an event in the winery to experience the wine culture from the vineyard to the glass. Verdicchio di Matelica is a whisper of the Marche mountains: discreet, elegant and capable of leaving an indelible imprint on the heart and palate.