The best Italian wineries.
Attilio Contini Wine company, founded in 1898 by Salvatore Contini, is among the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Sardinia. The son Attilio, father of the current owners, went on skillfully with the work renovating and enlarging the existing winery and strengthening the surface of vineyards in the most suited zones.
The size of the company, still family–owned, has allowed to devote the best care and attention to the selection of the vines and the grapes, to vinification and aging, in respect of the oldest traditions. The children and grandchildren of the founder dedicate themselves now, with passion and skill, to the careful selection of the vines and the grapes, to vinification and aging, in respect of the oldest traditions of the place.
The tasting of the wines of Les Cretes has confirmed the excellent quality of this winery, true landmark of the vineyard in Valle d’Aosta, where history and modern technology intertwine to give important wines such as Fumin Vigne La Tour and paradigmatic varietal footprints such as Petite Arvine Vigne Champorette. But, above all, the elegant complexity of Chardonnay Cuve Bois, a kaleidoscope of scents and a captivating race between flavor and softness. Finally, a nice mention for Les Abeilles, sweet and deliciously scented.
Angelino: they make their first harvest and the efforts are rewarded with the first bottling, which occurrs in 1977. In 1985, the company proceeds to the planting of other 10,000 square meters of Malvasia and in the next five years extends its area of vineyard bringing it to a total of about 40,000 square meters. Over the past decade, the Porcu brothers have embarked on a major modernization process purchasing more suitable equipment for wine–making and the provision of adequate facilities for the reception of visitors. The company registered at D.O.C. vineyards since 1972 and has an annual production of about 60 quintals per hectare, which is designed entirely to aging for at least two years in chestnut barrels. The company is surrounded by a beautiful natural setting and offers a spectacular view. The winery is located in the middle of the vineyard, and has an area of three hundred square meters.
The company was founded on the drive and passion of the patriarch Giovanni Battista Columbu, who in 1972 purchased from a relative a vineyard of more than 18,000 square meters which had been grown for over a hundred years with mixed colture of traditional vines, situated in Fraus locality, in the territory of Magomadas. In the following years, G. Battista Columbu started a first replanting of trees replacing centuries–old logs and increasing the grafts of the original Malvasia vine.
In that same period (1973/1974) together with the estimated producer Salvatore Deriu (known as Zegone, who was the first to understand the importance of the grape variety selection and of monoculture plants, and experimented bottling for the marketing of the product) and some other famous supporters of the value this wine, like Mario Soldati and Luigi Veronelli, who dedicated to Malvasia pages of high value, G.B. Columbu devoted himself to research study aimed at recognizing the wine and cultural identity of the product, so as to obtain the enrollment in the DOC register.
In 1980, the company inherited another vineyard of about 20,000 square meters, in Campeda locality, in the territory of Bosa.
In 1992 the first bottle of Malvasia di Bosa G.B. Columbu was launched and in 2004 another product approached the tradition, made from Malvasia grapes, too: Lalvarega.
Currently, the company combines tradition with modern systems for vinegrowing and winemaking and is registered in the Register of DOC vineyards since 1988.
A sandy and pebbly plot of land, with vineyards planted with the Guyot system that reach 650 meters above sea level and a preference for vinification in stainless steel vats: this is, for the two wines offered for tasting, the production philosophy of this winery, to keep in the best way the fragrance of the varietal features, that stand out especially in Muscat Fletri, really pleasant.
Azienda Gulfi Società Agricola srl is a winery that prides itself on producing premium quality wines. They use traditional methods and techniques passed down through generations to create unique and authentic flavors. The winery is dedicated to sustainability and practices environmentally conscious farming. Their vineyards are nestled in a picturesque landscape which provides the ideal climate and soil conditions for their grapes to thrive.
A wide range of wines offered for tasting has provided a comprehensive overview of the Valle d’Aosta quality vineyard. The most convincing notes are linked to the aromatic flavor of Moscato Bianco, both in the known Raisin Prieur and in the beginner, safe and without any hesitation, Muscat Attente 2005, seductive in scents and silky in taste. And on the subject of aromatic nuances, the different versions of Nus Malvoisie and Müller Thurgau are always pleasant. Then, the red wines, with yet another confirmation of the pulpy Fumin Esprit Follet and some blends based on Vien de Nus and Petit Rouge, always soft, with well–designed tannin and balanced.
The wide range of wines for tasting has allowed us to give a 360 degree view on the Valle d’Aosta vineyard, from which especially red wines of 2007 emerge, on all Fumin, with good softness and never aggressive tannins, always of support to the structure. The white wines have revealed a discrete range of pleasant varietal aromas and a refreshing sapidity. A novelty concerns the new labels, with a minimalist and technical communication that provides interesting information about wines and stimulates to deepen taste and knowledge. Unfortunately, we could not find confirmation of the quality of Orious, not sent for tasting.
1969-2009: 40 years ago father Dauphin began to bottle his own wine to expose it in the Second Exposition des vins du Val d’Aoste. Today, in a 7–hectare vineyard, all major traditional and indigenous vines are grown. The soils are sandy–stony, the vineyards face south between 600 and 750 m above sea level, the density of plant reaches 10,000 plants/ha, vinification is carried out without addition of selected yeasts: all create the best conditions for the development of quality wines and a clear territorial expression. Over all, the Fumin Vigne Rovettaz 2007, very rich and juicy.
The farm was founded in 2004 by the will of Arianna Occhipinti, a young producer. The lands extend into the heart of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, in the scenario of Hyblaean Mountains in Contrada Fossa di Lupo and Piraino, with its vineyards and olive groves, cultivated with natural methods and with absolute respect for the character of the area. The soils are of very old matrix, where Frappato di Vittoria and Nero d’Avola are original and then better express their scents and hints of the Mediterranean sea.
The olive groves of Tonda Iblea and Nocellara del Belice cultivars, respectively, are located respectively in the hills of Chiaramonte Gulfi, at the foot of the Hyblaean Mountains, and in Castelvetrano, cradle of the oldest oil production in the Belice Valley.
This winery is known for producing high-quality wines using sustainable and eco-friendly methods. With a focus on the local grape varieties, they offer a range of unique and elegant wines that showcase the terroir of the region. The vineyards are situated in a unique landscape, surrounded by stunning natural beauty, which adds to the distinctive character of the wines. The winery is passionate about preserving the environment and promoting biodiversity, and visitors can take tours to learn more about their innovative practices.
Florio is one of the historic wineries in Sicily, was founded in 1883 by the entrepreneur Vincenzo Florio, who made build a plant for the production of Marsala wine over an area of 100,000 square meters. Today, as then, wines continue to be produced and aged in the magnificent wine cellars dug into the tuff. The cellars extend over 20,000 square meters and maintain a constant temperature throughout the year approximately 5,000,000 liters of Marsala wine in Slavonian oak casks and typical kegs.
The Salvatore Ferrandes company is a small family run farm with organic cultivation of terraced land on the island of Pantelleria, where the family, of Spanish origin, has been present for more than six hundred years. The favorable climate, the generous fertility of the volcanic soil and the homemade care of transformations allow to obtain products of the highest quality such as capers, raisin grapes and Passito di Pantelleria.
The vineyards of the sunny hills of Sarre are the result of the passion of Michel Vallet, who from vigneron for hobby turned into a producer in all respects. Year after year, he has dedicated himself to the rediscovery of rare native grape varieties, with an almost maniacal selection of grapes in the vineyard and great care in every step in the wine cellar. The vine on which he focuses is Petit Rouge, which is found in various forms, such as Torrette Suprieur and Pierrots: wines that summarize in the best way the quality and the importance of this production.
Caparra & Siciliani is a boutique winery that produces high-quality wines with great attention to detail. They are dedicated to sustainable farming practices and use grapes from their own vineyards to ensure the highest level of quality. The winery offers a unique tasting experience, allowing visitors to enjoy their wines while surrounded by breathtaking views of the natural landscape. Their wines are crafted with a focus on purity, complexity, and balance, resulting in exceptional flavors that showcase the terroir and unique character of the grapes.
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Via Genova, 48/50 09072
Cabras (Oristano)
Attilio Contini Wine company, founded in 1898 by Salvatore Contini, is among the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Sardinia. The son Attilio, father of the current owners, went on skillfully...
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Località Villetos, 50 11010
Aymavilles (Aosta)
The tasting of the wines of Les Cretes has confirmed the excellent quality of this winery, true landmark of the vineyard in Valle d’Aosta, where history and modern technology intertwine to give...
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Località Su e Giagu 08019
Modolo (Oristano)
Angelino: they make their first harvest and the efforts are rewarded with the first bottling, which occurrs in 1977. In 1985, the company proceeds to the planting of other 10,000 square meters of...
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via Marconi, 1 08013
Bosa (Oristano)
The company was founded on the drive and passion of the patriarch Giovanni Battista Columbu, who in 1972 purchased from a relative a vineyard of more than 18,000 square meters which had been grown...
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Hameau du Grangeon, 1 11020
Verrayes (Aosta)
A sandy and pebbly plot of land, with vineyards planted with the Guyot system that reach 650 meters above sea level and a preference for vinification in stainless steel vats: this is, for the two...
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Contrada Patria, 97012
Chiaramonte Gulfi (Ragusa)
Azienda Gulfi Società Agricola srl is a winery that prides itself on producing premium quality wines. They use traditional methods and techniques passed down through generations to create unique...
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Piazza Roncas, 2 11023
Chambave (Aosta)
A wide range of wines offered for tasting has provided a comprehensive overview of the Valle d’Aosta quality vineyard. The most convincing notes are linked to the aromatic flavor of Moscato...
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Reg. La Rochere, 1A 11100
Aosta (Aosta)
The wide range of wines for tasting has allowed us to give a 360 degree view on the Valle d’Aosta vineyard, from which especially red wines of 2007 emerge, on all Fumin, with good softness and...
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Villaggio Ollignan, 1 11020
Quart (Aosta)
1969-2009: 40 years ago father Dauphin began to bottle his own wine to expose it in the Second Exposition des vins du Val d’Aoste. Today, in a 7–hectare vineyard, all major traditional and...
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Via dei Mille 55 97019
Vittoria (Ragusa)
The farm was founded in 2004 by the will of Arianna Occhipinti, a young producer. The lands extend into the heart of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, in the scenario of Hyblaean Mountains in...
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Via Milo 30/59iv, 95015
Linguaglossa (Catania)
This winery is known for producing high-quality wines using sustainable and eco-friendly methods. With a focus on the local grape varieties, they offer a range of unique and elegant wines that...
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via Vincenzo Florio, 3 91025
Marsala (Trapani)
Florio is one of the historic wineries in Sicily, was founded in 1883 by the entrepreneur Vincenzo Florio, who made build a plant for the production of Marsala wine over an area of 100,000 square...
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Via del Fante 8, C/da Tracino-Kamma 91017
Pantelleria (Trapani)
The Salvatore Ferrandes company is a small family run farm with organic cultivation of terraced land on the island of Pantelleria, where the family, of Spanish origin, has been present for more...
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Frazione Maillod, 44 11010
Sarre (Aosta)
The vineyards of the sunny hills of Sarre are the result of the passion of Michel Vallet, who from vigneron for hobby turned into a producer in all respects. Year after year, he has dedicated...
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Strada Statale 106 Ionica, 88811
Cirò Marina (Crotone)
Caparra & Siciliani is a boutique winery that produces high-quality wines with great attention to detail. They are dedicated to sustainable farming practices and use grapes from their own...
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