Italy, Veneto
Balerin
Balerin Winery Balerìn, an Empson Family brand, specializes in organically made, vegan-friendly wines that reflect the stunning northeastern region of Veneto, Italy, or more specifically, Valplicella. They use traditional local techniques to meticulously handcraft each of their wines, such as drying red grapes for Amarone and “repassing” the wine over… Read More
Italy, Tuscany
Poggioargentiera
PoggioargentierA Winery The History Poggioargentiera was established in 1997 at Podere Adua, a farm that dates back to the early 1900s. It was founded by the Frascolla family, owners of the iconic winery Tua Rita, located in the upper Maremma since 1984, whose highly acclaimed wines are known for their… Read More
Italy, Tuscany
Tenuta Montecchiesi
Tenuta Montecchiesi Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi was founded in 1980 as a passion project dedicated to Tuscan wines. Today the winery is run by Augusto’s grandchildren, Davide, Alberto, Francesca, and Nico. The winery encompasses 10 hectares and is located by Lake Trasimeno. Points of Differentiation 100% estate-owned and estate-bottled by the… Read More
Italy, Veneto
Dal Cero
Dal Cero Winery Dal Cero was founded in 1934 when Augusto Dal Cero purchased his first three hectares. Today the winery is run by Augusto’s grandchildren, Davide, Alberto, Francesca, and Nico. The winery has grown to encompass 10 hectares and is on the eastern side of the Valpolicella DOC zone.… Read More
Company News, Italy, Uncategorized, Winery News
Harvest 2022
Harvest is the most exciting time of year around the world but ever more complicated thanks to the effects of climate change. We talked to some of our producers in Italy about how they managed this year’s incessantly long hot and dry summer, which, in Italy, lasted from late May…
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Italy, Trentino-Alto Adige
Franz Haas
The Franz Haas estate was founded in 1880 in the municipalities of Montagna and Egna. The winery has 148 acres under vine and focuses on expressing the character and longevity of the unique Alto Adige wine zone through a wide range of offerings made using local and international varieties. Points… Read More
Abruzzo, Italy
Fantini
Fantini Winery Location: Ortona, Province of Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy Fantini is located in Ortona, Abruzzo, Italy. The wines, are made by winemaker Dennis Verdecchia and Francesco De Santis. Points of Differentiation Native varietals made in an international style The vineyards are located on Mount Majella which protects the vines and… Read More
Italy, Sicily
Vigneti Zabù
Vigneti Zabu Location: Sambuca di Sicilia, Sicily, Italy Vigneti Zabù was founded in 2007 in Sambuca di Sicilia. Its main goal is to showcase Sicily’s native varieties, such as Nerello Mascalese and Nero d’Avola, bringing them international recognition. POINTS OF DIFFERENTIATION Zabù honors local traditions yet pairs them with leading-edge… Read More
Basilicata, Italy
Vigneti del Vulture
Vigneti del Vulture Winery Location: Acerenza, Province of Potenza, Basilicata, Italy Vigneti del Vulture was founded in 2009 in Acerenza, Basilicata, by the Fantini Group. The winery’s goal is to showcase Basilicata’s native varietals, namely Aglianico, Greco, and Fiano, and bring them to the international market. Points of Differentiation Located… Read More
Italy, Tuscany
Toscolo
Toscolo Winery [TOS-co-lo] Location: Santa Lucia, Province of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy Founded in 1988 by Neil and Maria Empson, Toscolo was a labor of love for the Empsons who wanted to express their longtime passion for the Chianti region. They called on friend and world-renowned winemaker, Franco Bernabei to help… Read More