IGT Lazio Rosso, Campo Vecchio is one of the good labels offered by the Castel de Paolis winery in Grottaferrata. This is one of the Lazio winery's historic wines, produced since 1993. It is an interesting blend of Shiraz, or Syrah, and Cesanese grapes in equal parts. An international grape variety, therefore, and an indigenous Latium grape that together find an absolutely interesting balance. Hilly vineyards at 250 metres above sea level, the soils are of volcanic origin and the plants have an average age of just under 30 years. Vinification in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, at the end of the process the wine is divided into two parts. One half takes the barrique route, the other remains in steel vats until final blending and bottling. A ruby red of beautiful intensity, the nose reveals clear scents of red fruit, blackberries and raspberries, followed by a sweet and spicy background. In the mouth, however, the most interesting feature is undoubtedly the good balance of all its components, with sweet tannins and good minerality. On the table it accompanies meat-based first and second courses, grilled meats and medium-aged cheeses.