In 1998, realizing the potential of an old vineyard of Ancellotta, Luigi Mancini decided to create a wine to portray the best characteristics of the variety. The variety of Ancellotta is known for its considerable coloring properties, and was traditionally used in small percentages to improve the colour of wine obtained from other varieties. The wine obtained revealed itself to be interesting for the impenetrable color, unique and intense aromas, and important structure. During its production its indelible blue staining left on the floor of the winery soon suggested the wine’s future name: Blu. Born as a blend based on a minimum of 50% Ancellotta, the percentage of this amazing variety has constantly increased each year to reach a stable 100% Ancellotta with the 2007 vintage
