Enzo Boglietti
With a rich wine heritage spanning generations, the Boglietti family's journey took a significant turn in 1991 with the introduction of their remarkable wine to the market. Before this milestone, the vineyard's yield was exclusively supplied to the local enoteca.
Situated in the heart of the Barolo region, the estate is located in La Morra, surrounded by renowned neighboring villages like Monforte, Serralunga D'Alba, Roddino, and Sinio. Considering the nature of this region, it is only logical that nebbiolo is the most commonly planted grape. The winery therefore offers a wide range of single-vineyard Barolos, each with their own specific characteristics. Apart from nebbiolo, the vineyards are also home to the cultivation of other grapes such as barbera and dolcetto. Beside these native grapes, we can also find a small portion of chardonnay. The terroir of the vineyards consists mainly of clay, sandstone and limestone.
The company deeply values environmental respect and sustainability. They carefully craft all of their wines in accordance with the principles of organic viticulture, earning an official certificate in 2017.
Fattoria Dezi
The story of the Dezi family winegrowing began with Romolo and Remo, not the sons of the famous queen Silvia, but two simple farmers sons born and raised in Servigliano, Marche. They lived together in a house. Romolo married and shortly thereafter brought two sons into the world: David and Stefano.
The two “old Timers” taught them to keep their composure in critical moments and shared their wisdom: "If you are in harmony with nature, take care of her and never neglect her, then she will be good to you."
In the mid-eighties Davide and Stefano entered fully into the management of the business introducing agronomic and oenological practices aimed at further improving quality. Eventually resulting in winning the title Best wine grower of the year in Vini d ´Italia.
Il Conventino
Nestled among the Tuscan hills just outside Montepulciano lies Il Conventino. The estate was taken over by the Brini family in 2003 and derives its name from a 13th century monastery located just a few metres from the winery.
The soil around Montepulciano is extremely suitable for sangiovese, so it’s no surprise that it's the most planted grape in Il Conventino’s vineyards. In addition to prugnolo gentile, the typical sangiovese clone of the region, other indigenous grape varieties such as canaiolo and colorino are cultivated. The terroir of the vineyards primarily consists of clay.
All grapes are hand-picked and the family is heavily committed to the organic aspect of viticulture. No chemical pesticides are used and all operations in the vineyard are therefore carried out with natural products.
The inspiration for our name originated during a tasting with Alberto Brini when we visited the estate. Il Conventino produces an exquisite Vino Nobile that undergoes an additional 6 months of ageing in amfora, enhancing its richness and complexity.
Il Palazzone
The estate and winery is owned by Kirsten and Peter. They have travelled extensively in Tuscany and Italy for the past 30+ years, culminating in the fulfillment of their dream to own a vineyard in Montalcino. Kirsten has worked in the culinary and wine world for many years, both as a chef and teacher. Peter has worked in media and travel for the majority of his career. Together, they share a passion for wine and food, as well as a desire and determination to continue to contribute to and support the legacy of Brunello.
Il Palazzone practices what is known in Italian as agricoltura responsabile. Through regular assessments of the conditions each parcel, they analyze the factors that influence grape yield and quality (soil, topography, microclimate, vine health, etc.). Their vineyards vary widely in terms of terroir and exposition, so the individual approach ensures that any issues are identified and remedied promptly.
Whenever possible, the use of manual operations and natural remedies if preferred rather than other treatments. While these choices are always more expensive, il vino si fa in vigna – wine is made in the vineyard – and these choices result in the high quality of their wines.
Quinta do Francês
Quinta do Francês, Portuguese for ‘French farm’ is run by Patrick and his wife Fátima. They left France in the early 2000s and decided to pursue their passion by starting a winery in the south of Portugal. After more than two decades, they have mastered the making of Portuguese wines with a subtle French touch.
The estate is surrounded by the Odelouca River and the hills around Silves. The proximity of the river and the cooling effect of the Atlantic Ocean provide ideal growing conditions in this warm region. This perfect location allows a wide range of grapes to be grown. In addition to classic Portuguese varieties such as touriga nacional, trincadeira, and arinto, this region also flourishes with other renowned grapes like cabernet sauvignon, syrah, and sauvignon blanc.
The vineyard's terroir is composed of alluvium and schist, creating a harmonious blend of soil characteristics that contribute to the unique character and quality of the grapes.
Schloss neuweier
Situated on a charming castle estate near Baden-Baden in Germany, Schloss Neuweier produces excellent wines of an incredible quality. Acquired by the Schätzle family in 2012, the estate is home to a restaurant, hotel, vineyards, and a wine shop. Renowned by the esteemed Gault Millau guide, it is found as the recommendation for the region.
Undoubtedly, the most widely cultivated grape variety is riesling, famous for its versatility in producing various styles of wine. Thanks to this remarkable versatility, Schloss Neuweier is able to offer an extensive selection of wine styles, ranging from bone dry to luscious sweet. The Baden region is also known for its pinot noir, or spätburgunder as the grape is called Germany. In addition, smaller quantities of weissburgunder and grauburgunder are harvested, known respectively as pinot blanc and pinot gris.
Due to the typical steep slopes of the region, all the grapes are picked by hand. The vineyards have an ideal location due to the proximity of the Rhine and the Black Forest, which provide optimal conditions for the grapes to ripen and maintain their acidity. The terroir of the vineyards consists mainly of arkose sandstone.
