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Thyrus

The legend tells of a fearsome mythical dragon that inhabited the marshlands surrounding Terni, in the heart of Umbria. Endowed with extraordinary strength and capable of exhaling a poisonous, pestilential breath, the creature spread fear throughout the region. The people of Terni lived in constant terror, afraid to venture beyond the safety of the city walls.

When the threat became unbearable, the Council of Elders began searching for someone brave enough to confront the monster. None of the city's warriors was willing to undertake such a dangerous mission, until a young knight from Terni stepped forward, armed with a long lance and clad in a gleaming suit of armor.

The young hero made his way into the marshes where the dragon had its lair, and there a fierce battle began. According to tradition, at the decisive moment a ray of sunlight struck the knight's armor and reflected into the dragon's eyes, blinding it for an instant. Seizing this unique opportunity, the knight thrust his lance with all his strength, mortally wounding the beast and finally freeing Terni from its greatest menace.

Historical interpretations, however, suggest that the legend carries a deeper meaning. The dragon is believed to symbolize the vast wetlands that once surrounded the area and the diseases that thrived there, especially malaria. The knight, by contrast, represents the land reclamation works that transformed those unhealthy marshes into a safer and more hospitable environment for the local population.

The name Thyrus pays tribute to the legendary dragon that has embodied the identity of Terni for centuries. A symbol of strength, resilience, and a profound connection to the land, this mythical figure inspired an elegant Traditional Method sparkling wine crafted from Grechetto grapes. In this wine, history and legend meet: on one hand, the ancient tale that tells the origins of the city; on the other, a contemporary interpretation of one of Umbria's most representative grape varieties, capable of expressing freshness, elegance, and a true sense of place with remarkable authenticity.

02 November 2026

The name Thyrus pays tribute to the legendary dragon that has embodied the identity of Terni for centuries. A symbol of strength, resilience, and a profound connection to the land, this mythical figure inspired an elegant Traditional Method sparkling wine crafted from Grechetto grapes. In this wine, history and legend meet: on one hand, the ancient tale that tells the origins of the city; on the other, a contemporary interpretation of one of Umbria's most representative grape varieties, capable of expressing freshness, elegance, and a true sense of place with remarkable authenticity.

02 November 2026

Thyrus - the legendary winged dragon

The legend tells of a fearsome mythical dragon that inhabited the marshlands surrounding Terni, in the heart of Umbria. Endowed with extraordinary strength and capable of exhaling a poisonous, pestilential breath, the creature spread fear throughout the region. The people of Terni lived in constant terror, afraid to venture beyond the safety of the city walls.

When the threat became unbearable, the Council of Elders began searching for someone brave enough to confront the monster. None of the city's warriors was willing to undertake such a dangerous mission, until a young knight from Terni stepped forward, armed with a long lance and clad in a gleaming suit of armor.

The young hero made his way into the marshes where the dragon had its lair, and there a fierce battle began. According to tradition, at the decisive moment a ray of sunlight struck the knight's armor and reflected into the dragon's eyes, blinding it for an instant. Seizing this unique opportunity, the knight thrust his lance with all his strength, mortally wounding the beast and finally freeing Terni from its greatest menace.

Historical interpretations, however, suggest that the legend carries a deeper meaning. The dragon is believed to symbolize the vast wetlands that once surrounded the area and the diseases that thrived there, especially malaria. The knight, by contrast, represents the land reclamation works that transformed those unhealthy marshes into a safer and more hospitable environment for the local population.