In the hills of Prosecco, nominees for the recognition of World Heritage by Unesco, the Gianfranco Tomasi farm is situated in an exclusive location, on a land kissed by the sun, surrounded by nature and at just a walking distance from the small town of Corbanese.
Flagship of the local wine production, it is a perfect example of how tradition and innovation can coexist and give their best. Focusing on the values of the territory it belongs to, the company is nowadays a point of reference for all those looking for a product of excellence on the table, with unmistakable features.
To reach this oasis of rest you can take, from the main road that runs through Corbanese di Tarzo, Via Borgo Molini. A short climb and the majestic building that houses the company appears, in all its splendor. It is a structure that retains the elegance of days gone by, developed as a court. The block that now houses the wine cellars dates back to 1700. The thick beams of the ceiling and the walls with the original stones of the place, indicate that nothing here is left to chance, today as yesterday, and are a sign of the mastery and skills of the craftsmen of the past. The careful restoration desired by the owner, Gianfranco Tomasi, has been able to bring out in the best way all the elements survived at the time, that now are custodians of a priceless heritage of history and local tradition, witnesses of the activities that took place inside these walls. Where today wine is produced, in the past silkworms were bred.
To the historical complex, the most recent wing were added, built in 1937, characterized by large and bright spaces. Here Gianfranco Tomasi has obtained a cozy tasting room for his guests: in a full of meaning environment you can enjoy excellent wine, exchange opinions and advice.
At the Gianfranco Tomasi farm, the technology of a reality of innovation coexists with the memory of a past which is still alive and present, with knowledge handed down through generations.
Before the current management, the company was led by Gianfranco’s father, Vittorio, who dealt with it since 1948. In 2007 his son, an oenologist, took over the reins completely. Six hectares of property where vines mature for a production of the highest quality of Prosecco (“frizzante” and “spumante”) Treviso DOC and DOCG, Cabernet and Merlot IGT Colli Trevigiani, Pinot Grigio.
The company, while remaining family–owned (along with Gianfranco there are his wife Paola and his mother Amelia), is booming: Italian, and not only, lovers are increasing, as there are customers also in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, who know that they are purchasing a product of excellent quality. It is envisaged, in the coming years, an increase in production and the introduction of Verdiso and Chardonnay.
On these wonderful hills caressed by the sun, the best grapes ripen. A thorough selection work and the dedication of those who loves this job ensure the genuineness of each cluster. The wine cellar, of 300 square meters covered, plus 100 outside for tanks, is equipped with the most advanced technology to preserve and enhance the specific characteristics of the wines. Over the past few years there have been important interventions in order to better manage the phase of vinification. To sum up, here there is the quality of the house. Wine is monitored and supervised throughout its processing, from the vine to the table. Gianfranco Tomasi is willing to welcome in this real wine house all those who want to know more closely his company.
It is a reality made of attention towards the territory and its history, technical preparation, attention to every detail. Essential elements that give wines a sought balance and, at the same time, completely natural, in compliance with the principles of genuineness and authenticity that characterize the company. Here you can still recognize the notes of the best Prosecco, while your gaze gets lost between the sky and the rows, in the unrivaled panorama that this house offers. An emotion of other times that you can find at the Tomasi farm, intact. Guarded as a precious bottle, set aside to celebrate a special occasion.
