VILLA BUCHER
Immersed in the green of the Umbrian hills, situated in the area of the middle valley of
the Tevere, Villa Bucher estate is located with panoramic view over the heart of Italy.
Extended over 65 hectares, 6.5 of which designed to grapes production, for its position
it benefits of a microclimate favourable to vine. The well-balanced harmony of climatic factors such as sun, light, air, ventilation and rainfall produces fruits capable of
generating high quality wines, true interpreters of the peculiarities of the territory.
The various types of produced grapes are all hand-picked and vinified separately, in
order to derive from each the best quality result. The resulting wines are endowed with strong personality, great structure and are gifted with longevity; for this reason, the red wines in particular, are well-suited for long aging.
“My father bought the property in San Venanzo 30 years ago with the vision of producing his own Italian wine. Love and dedication have brought the wines to a high standard that you can taste from start to finish. He has been running the winery for 3 decades now and has fallen in love with the Italian flair. Last year, the winery given to me to continue the family tradition, modernising everything and bringing it up to the latest state of the art. In 2022 we created a new red wine Rosso Vulcano and rosé wine Rosado always to be up to the latest trend. The love of wine continues and accompanies us on our path.”
- Oliver Bucher -
“It has always been my dream to share my passion for wine and to pass on this tradition to my son. ”
25 anni di tradizione vinicola italiana
SELEZIONE
At 450m above sea level, our wines ripen fully in the best Italian weather with plenty of sun. Through our constant control by our oenologist and the permanent drive for maximum quality we are able to produce high quality wine. Since 2006 we have been cultivating 6.5 hectares on a hill with an optimal southern exposure.
Terra del Volcano
AUTHENTIC FLAVOR
THROUGH VOLCAN SOIL
The wine region around Villa Bucher has proven volcanic soil for a unique character in the wines. Volcanic soil is considered among some of the best for growing winegrapes. In general, volcanic soils encourage the development of desirable flavor and texture compounds in winegrapes; such soils are porous and provide good drainage, which causes grapevines to grow deep to seek nutrients.
Soil absolutely affects a wine’s flavor, but it’s usually thought to do so indirectly. The way a soil retains water, reflects or absorbs sunlight affects how vines develop and, therefore, the resulting wine’s flavor.
Besides the common attributes they share of bright acidity, saline character and lifted flavour profile, the wines from these unique soils are made from indigenous varieties and show exceptionally pure varietal definition.
From a sensory and organoleptic point of view the so-called mineral hints (together with some stony and sulphurous notes) are becoming ever more associated as an identifying characteristic for volcanic wines.
Volcanic wines have a deep and ripe minerality, and they can age for a very long time. The aroma, structure and acidity content of the grapes is perfect. Also the ratio of tartaric, malic and citric acid content is really stable every year.
Regione Umbria
ARTESANAL
The region of Umbria lies in the heart of Italy with its capital Perugia. In terms of landscape, soil and climate, the area to the east can be compared to Tuscany. Viticulture has existed here for hundreds of years. Our workers are Italian residents who specialise in picking grapes. They know their craft and preserve the italian wine tradition.
Vinificare
At the beginning of autumn, our Italian helpers are called in to start the grape harvest. This process takes about 14 days and is done by hand to ensure the maximum quality. Hand-picking allows the grape berries to be selected directly in the vineyard. Not all grapes are ripe at the same time so they have to be harvested at the optimal time. Red and white grapes are carefully collected in different boxes.
All premium quality grapes are taken to our own press.
There they are once again sorted out by hand so that only the best grapes go into the press. Most white wine grapes go directly into a pneumatic wine press which gently squeezes the grapes to separate the juice from the skins. The red wine must and the skins stay together to enable the extraction of color and tannins. After a while they’re also separated.
The must is now transferred to our wooden and stainless steel fermentation vessels. During this fermentation, which often takes between one and two weeks, the yeast converts most of the sugars in the grape juice into ethanol (alcohol),carbon dioxid and aromas.
Our cork is a natural product obtained from the bark of cork oaks from Portugal. The trees are peeled every 9 years and processed with great care. Special machines are used to fill the wine bottles produced in Italy and store them in the wine cellar.
OUR WINES
Our Oenologist
Maurilio Chioccia is one of the most famous winemakers in Italy and the luminary of our region on the matter of wine. He has been working for years at the Villa Bucher winery and is responsible for the present taste and intensity of the wines. „The uniqueness of volcanic soils is crucial in characterizing our wines. The presence of volcanic formations in San Venanzo, along with active volcanic vents, contributes to the distinctiveness of our vineyards. These volcanic soils impart a noticeable and persistent acidity to our white and red wines, enhancing their longevity and ability to age gracefully. On the palate, the wines stand out with the distinct flavours imparted by these volcanic soils.”
BIANCO UMBIRA IGT
vol. 12%
GRAPE VARIETY
80% Grechetto
20% Sauvignon Blanc
VINIFICATION
Steel
TASTE
Wine obtained from a rigorous selection of Grechetto and Sauvignon Blanc grapes harvested by hand. The vinification in stainless steel tanks and the volcanic soils of the vineyards give the wine a marked freshness and sapidity which is evident in the straw yellow colour with greenish reflections, on the nose with mineral notes and white flowers and on the palate with a pleasant drinkability.
Serve at 8° - 10° C as an aperitif or in combination with fish dishes, white meats and fresh cheeses.
ROSSO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 14%
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Cabernet Franc
VINIFICATION
Steel
TASTE
The Auro is a handpicked, pure Cabernet Franc. With its concentrated and complex nature, the Auro offers fullness and fleshiness. The notes of red forest berries, plums, spices and some mint are harmoniously distributed between nose and palate, well integrated tannins and medium length round off the taste picture. Only 5000 bottles are produced.
Serve at a temperature of 16° celsius with cold cuts, pasta with venison sauce, roasted meat, red meat and venison.
BIANCO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 12,5%
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Chardonnay
VINIFICATION
Steel + 4 months French barrique
TASTE
This wine is made with passion from the best hand-picked Chardonnay grapes. It has a straw yellow colour with light golden highlights. Its ageing in French oak barrels gives aromas of high intensity with vanilla notes but that does not hide the exotic fruit that dominates with the unique persistence of pineapple and banana giving an elegant finish.
Serve at 11° C with shellfish, roast fish, black truffle dishes, white meats and aged cheeses.
ROSSO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 14%
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
VINIFICATION
Steel
TASTE
A wine passionately obtained from hand-picked Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. It introduces itself with an impenetrably dense, intense red colouring and has a minty balsamic spicy bouquet in which a plumb and berry taste dominates all other red fruits and completes its olfactive profile. It is dense and harmonious to the palate, which it caresses with persuasive tannins and a long-lasting, elegant, fruity smoothness
Serve at 16°C in combination with pasta dishes, white and red meats or roasts.
ROSADO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 13,5%
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Cabernet Franc
VINIFICATION
Steel
TASTE
The rosé wine is made from 100% Cabernet Franc grapes. The vines are grown on the volcanic soil of San Venanzo and are processed with passion as well as by hand. The Rosado has a delicate but bright pink colour as it is separated directly from the skins. The fermentation takes place at 12°. On the nose, there are fruity aromas of cherry, blueberry and violet, with undertones of citrus. The palate is harmonious, pleasantly fresh and mineral, with a slight tannic presence, but soft and lightly structured. Very pleasant to drink.
Serve at 8-10° as an aperitif, with fish, white meat and fresh cheese, with first courses.
ROSSO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 14,5%
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Merlot
VINIFICATION
Steel
TASTE
A wine passionately obtained from hand-picked Merlot grapes. Vinification in steel. Refinement in bottle. It introduces itself with an impenetrably dense, intense red coloring and has a minty balsamic spicy bouquet in which a plumb and berry taste dominates all other red fruits and complete its olfactive profile. It is dense and harmonious to the palate which it caresses with persuasive tannins and a long-lasting, elegant, fruity smoothness.
Serve at a temperature of 16° celsius with cold cuts, pasta with venison sauce, roasted meat, red meat and venison.
ROSSO UMBRIA IGT
vol. 14%
GRAPE VARIETY
40% Cabernet Franc
30% Cabernet Sauvignon
30% Merlot
VINIFICATION
Steel + 18 months french oak barrel
TASTE
Primus is the wine of our passion. It is the first wine produced by the company and it is the wine that brings out all the best characteristics of our Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the volcanic soil of San Venanzo. Vinification in steel. Maturation in small French oak barrels. Refinement in bottles. The wine has a beautiful ruby red colour, on the nose it enchants with notes of ripe red fruits, vegetal and balsamic sensations, spicy nuances, on the palate it is persuasive, fresh with great complexity and persistence.
Serve at 16° - 18° C in combination with red meats, roasts, game, mature cheeses.
The Orangerie
WINE TASTING
Villa Bucher has a new location for wine tasting and events. The Orangerie is a unique spot and was built especially for events and wine tastings. In the middle of the vineyard of the Villa Bucher winery, surrounded by vines and fields, you have a breathtaking view from the top of the hill. A beautiful stylish glass house with a large terrace is an ideal place to host private events or to taste our Villa Bucher wines. The graceful driveway between the cypress trees and the large white gate offers an elegant touch and creates a sense of sophistication. It is also possible to book the Orangery for company events or meetings.
