Aia Vecchia is based in Tuscany’s Bolgheri and Maremma regions, producing modern Super Tuscan blends. Founded in the 1990s, the estate focuses on Bordeaux varieties grown in coastal soils. The wines are rich, polished, and internationally styled while retaining Tuscan structure.
Alberelli di Giodo is a boutique Sicilian project from renowned Tuscan winemaker Carlo Ferrini. The estate focuses on Nerello Mascalese grown in alberello (bush vine) training systems on Mount Etna. The wines combine volcanic minerality with Burgundian finesse.
Alovini is located in Basilicata in southern Italy. Founded in the early 2000s, the estate specializes in Aglianico del Vulture grown on volcanic soils. The wines are structured, smoky, and deeply colored — often compared to Barolo in intensity.
Cantine Povero is a family-run Piedmont producer dating to 1948. The estate produces classic regional varieties including Barbera, Dolcetto, and Moscato. Their wines emphasize tradition, value, and regional typicity.
Castello di Neive is located in the Barbaresco zone of Piedmont. The estate farms Nebbiolo across prestigious hillside vineyards surrounding the medieval village of Neive. The wines balance Barbaresco elegance with firm tannic structure.
Ceretto is one of Piedmont’s most influential modern producers, founded in the 1930s. Based in Alba, the family estate helped elevate Barolo and Barbaresco globally. Their wines combine traditional Nebbiolo structure with refined modern winemaking.
Damilano is a historic Barolo producer founded in 1890. Based in La Morra, the estate crafts Nebbiolo from prestigious crus including Cannubi. The wines are powerful yet aromatic, reflecting classic Barolo terroir.
Cantine Dei is a leading producer in Montepulciano, Tuscany. Founded in the 1960s by the Dei family, the estate focuses on Sangiovese-based Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The wines show dark cherry fruit, spice, and polished tannins.
Dirupi is a small alpine producer in Valtellina, Lombardy. Founded in the early 2000s, the estate focuses on Nebbiolo grown on steep terraced vineyards. The wines are lighter, mineral-driven, and mountain-influenced in style.
Elvio Cogno is a Barolo estate located in Novello. Founded in 1990 by the Cogno family, the winery produces traditionally styled Nebbiolo from the Ravera cru. The wines are structured, savory, and long-lived.
Feudi del Pisciotto is a Sicilian estate blending indigenous grapes with international varieties. Founded in the 2000s, the winery is known for its artist-designed labels and modern approach. The wines balance Mediterranean richness with contemporary polish.
G.D. Vajra is one of Barolo’s most respected family estates, founded in 1972. Based in Vergne, the winery produces Nebbiolo from high-elevation vineyards. The wines are aromatic, lifted, and traditionally styled.
La Gerla is a Brunello di Montalcino estate founded in 1976. Established by former Biondi-Santi winemaker Sergio Rossi, the estate produces classic Sangiovese wines. The style emphasizes structure, earth, and aging potential.
La Giaretta is located in Veneto’s Valpolicella region. The estate specializes in Amarone and Ripasso wines from dried Corvina grapes. The wines are rich, velvety, and intensely concentrated.
La Lecciaia is a Brunello di Montalcino producer founded in the 1980s. The estate focuses on traditionally structured Sangiovese aged in large oak casks. The wines are powerful, savory, and cellar-worthy.
Le Macchiole is a pioneering Bolgheri estate founded in the 1980s. The winery focuses on single-varietal expressions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah. The wines are modern Super Tuscans with remarkable depth and precision.
Le Morette is based near Lake Garda in the Lugana DOC. The estate specializes in Turbiana (Trebbiano di Lugana) grown on clay-limestone soils. The wines are crisp, floral, and mineral-driven.
Marchesi di Grésy is a historic Piedmont estate dating to the 18th century. The winery farms prestigious Barbaresco crus including Martinenga. The wines combine Nebbiolo structure with aristocratic finesse.
Masca del Tacco is based in Puglia in southern Italy. The winery focuses on indigenous varieties like Primitivo and Negroamaro. The wines are bold, ripe, and Mediterranean in profile.
Michele Chiarlo is a leading Piedmont producer founded in 1956. The estate produces Barolo, Barbaresco, and Barbera from estate vineyards. The wines balance tradition with modern accessibility.
Michele Satta is a Bolgheri producer known for site-specific Super Tuscan blends. Founded in the 1980s, the winery focuses on Cabernet, Merlot, and Syrah. The wines combine coastal ripeness with structural precision.
Pio Cesare is one of Piedmont’s oldest continuously family-run wineries, founded in 1881. Based in Alba, the estate produces Barolo and Barbaresco from multiple crus. The wines are benchmark traditional Nebbiolo.
Produttori del Barbaresco is a cooperative founded in 1958 by local growers. The winery produces single-cru Barbaresco from member vineyards. The wines combine cooperative scale with grand cru quality.
Querciabella is a biodynamic Tuscan estate founded in 1974. The winery produces Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan blends without animal products. The wines are elegant, organic, and terroir-driven.
Renato Ratti was a pioneering Barolo producer who helped map the region’s crus in the 1960s. The estate continues to produce Nebbiolo from La Morra vineyards. The wines are structured yet aromatic.
Sassius is a modern Italian label focused on rich, fruit-driven red blends. The wines are styled for accessibility and international appeal. It sits in the contemporary commercial tier of Italian production.
Sordo is a historic Barolo estate founded in 1912. The winery produces Nebbiolo from multiple crus across the appellation. The wines are firmly traditional — tannic, structured, and long-lived.
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is one of Bolgheri’s most prestigious Super Tuscan estates, founded in 1981. The winery produces Bordeaux-style blends from coastal vineyards. The wines are luxurious, powerful, and globally collectible.
Terre del Barolo is a large cooperative representing growers across the Barolo zone. Founded in 1958, the winery produces traditional Nebbiolo at multiple quality tiers. It offers classic Barolo structure at accessible pricing.
Verbena is a Brunello di Montalcino producer known for traditionally styled Sangiovese. The wines emphasize red fruit, leather, and savory earth. It represents classic Brunello aging structure.
Vietti is one of Piedmont’s most celebrated estates, founded in the 19th century. The winery produces Barolo and Barbera from top crus. The wines balance tradition with modern refinement.