Wineries

Consorzio Tutela Vini d'Asti e del Monferrato

In the Piedmont wine panorama, domestic and foreign, the importance of the Consortium for the Protection of Wines of Asti and Monferrato is proportional to that of the territory it represents, and of the DOC and DOCG wines produced there.



In effect, its activity concerns a productive area of secular tradition and renowned excellence, involving about 170 companies representing all components of the supply chain: farms, wineries, wine producers, cooperative wineries, bottlers.



The wines that are part of the Consortium are the DOCG Barbera d’Asti, Barbera del Monferrato Superiore, Ruche del Monferrato and the Albugnano DOCs, Barbera del Monferrato, Cortese dell’AAlto Monferrato, Dolcetto d’Asti, Freisa d’Asti, Loazzolo, Malvasia di Castelnuovo Don Bosco, and Piedmont.



Briefly, the purposes and tasks of the Consortium consist in:



activities for the protection, enhancement and promotion of the image and the knowledge of the wines that refer to the same entity in Italy and in the world;

the proposal for the revision and adaptation of the production rules to new production requirements;

the production management and the definition of the government policies of the offers, to safeguard the quality of the product and contribute to a better coordination of the introduction in the market;

activities of market supervision and control of the compliance of wines with the provisions of the different regulations of production, in collaboration with national and regional authorities responsible for verifying the compliance with the laws and disciplines;

supervisory activities on the using of the names of the protected DOP wines, licensure, and enter into a civil lawsuit in the event of improper use;

promotion and implementation of studies and initiatives in the field of viticulture and winemaking and marketing, aimed at improving the production and to encourage the marketing of wine;

information and assistance regarding the fulfillment of the rules and regulations in force;

promotion of agreements and cooperation with other economic operators, agencies, industry bodies and chain operators, institutions.

Cascina Valeggia

The story of Cascina Valeggia is not traceable from historical documents but only from the tales handed down from father to son.

Cascina Valeggia is located in Moncalvo, a village of Piedmont in the province of Asti with more or less 3,500 people, situated 305 meters above sea level. The wide municipality territory, 17.6 square kilometers, after having been a fief of various noble families, passed to the bishops of Asti who, in 1198, ceded it to the Marquis of Monferrato. On August 9th, 1774 Vittorio Emanuele declared it City of Italy.

The Bollito family, from Cisterna, a municipality in the Asti area, comes to Moncalvo at the beginning of the twentieth century and chooses to produce high quality wines, using methods that respect tradition and nature.

With perseverance and patience it develops and achieves the sizes of our days thanks to the experience gained and handed down over the years for three generations. The company, with its 25 hectares of vineyards in constant development with new vineyards and modern technology, always ensures the best quality of the product. It can face the most demanding international markets with great traditional wines of Piedmont: Barbera d’Asti Superiore, Barbera d’Asti, Piemonte Barbera, Grignolino D’Asti and Freisa d’Asti; two White wines: Manzoni Bianco and Piemonte Chardonnay; some international red wines: Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah, and finally a very limited production of an indigenous variety of Monferrato: Slarina.

The Whole production is vinified in owned wine cellars with new technologies developed respecting hygiene and the typicality of the product. In the old cellars in brickwork, the best wines of Cascina Valeggia are aged in oak barrels. In addition to wines, delicious raw milk goat cheese is made, ​​derived from milk produced in the company’s breeding farm, salami of own production, Piedmontese breed meat. All of our products can be tasted and bought in the new farm shop. The rooms of the farmhouse inn will be available soon.

Cantina Tre Secoli SCA

Tre Secoli winery was founded from the merger of two wine cooperatives of Piedmont: the Cooperative Winery of Mombaruzzo, founded in 1887 as the first membership reality of Piedmont, and the Cooperative Winery of Ricaldone, with 60 years of history behind it.



The numbers of this new reality are really important:

over 1,300 hectares of land planted with vines that make the Tre Secoli winery one of the first transformers of grapes owned in Piedmont

more than 180,000 hectoliters of capacity

more than 450 vinegrowers members



These numbers make Tre Secoli winery the largest producer of wine from Piedmont of Moscato d’Asti and Brachetto d’Acqui and among the first ones of Barbera d’Asti. Over 90% of the production is DOC and DOCG.

Tenuta La Fiammenga

Along the road that from Asti goes up to the lands of Casale, the Monferrato hills are more sweet than elsewhere and landscape a scenery that alternates vineyards, woods and orchards.

When we go down into the valley, vines and fruit trees give way to green meadows and fields, limited by neat rows of poplars and willows. In Cioccaro di Penango, a big farmhouse emerges among the trees on a hill surrounded by vineyards: La Fiammenga, the farm that the entrepreneur Vittorio Radicioni from Turin has acquired a few years ago to give a reason to his great passion.

An eighteenth–century building, resting on the hillside facing south: all around the vines form a spectacular amphitheater. Perhaps it is the same landscape that struck the mysterious Flemish man who gave the name to the estate. The ancient vaulted winery, with exposed natural bricks and old floors, is evidence of a winemaking vocation that comes from afar. To this vocation, in the careful renovation, the spaces of other rural activities, such as stables
and barns, were converted into spaces for vinification, bottling, packaging.

The most important works were carried out in the vineyards, where the choice of producing quality led to the rationalization of the oldest plants and to the pursuit of a selection of grape varieties in the new plants. At the same time, in the winery facilities were renovated in a program of systematic review of the entire production process.

Today La Fiammenga, practically reconstituted, ownes over 30 hectares of land, most of which are planted with vines. The classic grape varieties of Monferrato: Barbera, Grignolino and Freisa, have gradually been joined by other fine varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

The production started in the 2001 vintage, when Grignolino d’Asti and Barbera d’Asti were produced. Every year since then, production has been enriched with new proposals. All wines are made from vineyards grown on the estate, with manual harvesting with a careful selection of ripe grapes for a result of maximum quality.

All wines are made from grapes produced by the company.

Arbiola

Arbiola dominates the Nizza Valley from the summit of the hill from which it takes its name. It is San Marzano Oliveto, on the border between Monferrato and Langhe. In its ancient cellar, has made wine from the grapes of its vineyards. The guidelines are: a viticulture in harmony with nature, an accurate selection in the vineyards to abtain a ntural concentration, always updated technologies and procedures to respect and exalt the grapes, along with a careful choice of oak and careful selection of companions for the blends. Along with the local vines Barbera and Moscato, Arbiola has recently introduced Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc. Thanks to a young and dynamic staff's contribution, in the year 2000 Arbiola was certified according to the ISO 9001 quality standards.

Marengo Paolo

Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa

Scarpa Wine is a family-owned winery that has been producing high-quality wines for over a century. Their vineyards are carefully tended to create wines that express the unique character of their terroir. They specialize in producing traditional Piedmontese wines, including Barolo and Barbera, but also experiment with unique blends and aging techniques. Scarpa Wine's wines are known for their complexity and depth, with rich aromas and flavors that reflect the expertise of their winemakers.

Marchesi Alfieri

Marchesi Alfieri is a family-run winery that has been producing high-quality wines for centuries. Their vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled winemakers who use traditional techniques combined with modern technology to create elegant and complex wines. They are dedicated to sustainability and preserving the environment, and prioritize the use of organic and biodynamic methods in their winemaking process. The winery's estate boasts beautiful views and a rich history, making it an ideal destination for wine enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

La Spinetta

La Spinetta is a family-owned winery that strives to produce high-quality wines with a blend of tradition and innovation. They work with both native and international grape varieties and use sustainable methods to cultivate their vineyards. Their wines have gained international recognition for their balance and elegance, with a focus on expressing the unique characteristics of the grapes and the terroir.

Forteto della Luja

Forteto della Luja is a winery that produces high-quality wines using traditional methods and sustainable practices. The winery has a deep respect for the environment, and their vineyards are carefully maintained to ensure the best quality grapes. Forteto della Luja offers a variety of wines that showcase the unique characteristics of the terroir and are a true expression of the land.

Giulio Cocchi

Giulio Cocchi Spumanti was founded by the passion of a young confectioner, when in Asti in 1889 his winery opened to the activities of liqueur and sparkling wine making. Giulio Cocchi began to produce wines with special aromas, out of which especially two recipes, Barolo Chinato and Aperitivo Americano, became famous already at the beginning of the twentieth century. For over thirty years the property has been of the Bava family of Cocconato d’Asti, who has given a new drive to the production of the company.
The winery has developed keeping its artisan feature based on skilled production of vintage sparkling wines made with Metodo Classico, Charmat sparkling wine and, obviously, Asti DOCG.

Borgo Maragliano

Borgo Maragliano Società Agricola is a charming winery that produces high-quality wines using traditional methods. Their vineyards are carefully tended, and they use sustainable farming practices to create a healthy and vibrant environment for their grapes. With a focus on innovation and experimentation, they are always pushing the boundaries of winemaking and creating unique flavors and aromas that are sure to delight any palate. From the moment you step foot on their property, you'll be transported to a world of beauty and sophistication, where the art of winemaking is taken to the next level.