Our Producers - The ORIGEN FAMILY

Since its founding in 1945 by Giovanni Simoni, Cantine Monfort, a traditional family-run winery based in Lavis near Trento, boasts nearly 70 years of winemaking heritage. Currently, Lorenzo Simoni, alongside his son Federico, manages the estate, perpetuating its four-generation history in the industry.

In 1971, Sandro Fay revitalized his family's small vineyard in San Giacomo di Teglio, Valtellina Superiore DOCG, choosing varied soils and altitudes between 350m and 900m on steep slopes. Now managed by his children, Marco and Elena, the vineyard produces distinctive, single-vineyard wines, with Marco applying his oenology studies and Barolo training, focused on local Nebbiolo.

Established in Lombardy's Valtellina by winemakers Davide Fasolini and Pierpaolo Di Franco, Dirupi evolved from shared student days into a winemaking venture. Initiated in 2004 with rented sites and dual roles in vineyard and bar work, the pair has made significant advancements in cultivating varied, steep vineyards, emphasizing sustainability amidst the terrain and climate challenges. Their wines embody the essence and hurdles of their distinctive terroir.

Domenico Clerico, a revered figure in Barolo, is celebrated for producing wines noted for their rich flavors and striking aromas in Monforte d’Alba. His estate, nestled in the heart of Barolo, boasts superior vineyards in four top Monforte crus: Ginestra, Pajana, Mosconi, Bussia, and Baudana in Serralunga. Clerico emphasized meticulous vineyard care, believing that exceptional wine originates from dedicated and loving cultivation.

Piercarlo Culasso, after decades working with distinguished Barbaresco names, and his dynamic daughter, Martina, opted to create wines from their family’s plot in the esteemed Faset vineyards, planted by his father, Dante, in the 1970s. Fully engaged in every production phase, from farming to cellar, their wines are noted for their immaculate and ethereal qualities, positioning them as rising stars in the field.

Founded by Remo Falconieri in 1985, Cieck Winery, an initial pioneer of Classic Method Sparkling wine, champions the versatile regional heirloom varietal: Erbaluce. As one of the original five producers in San Giorgio Canavese, Remo, now in his eighties, collaborates with his daughter, Lia, and Domenico Caretto, crafting some of Alto Piemonte’s most refined Erbaluce, while also consulting for other prominent estates in the region.

Cantina del Taburno, a collective of small-indie farmers, is renowned for its premium production of Campania's native varietals, with a focus on sustainable farming. Offering mineral-rich whites and Aglianico-focused reds, this collective champions the authenticity and spirit of Campania’s distinctive terroir, celebrating a blend of tradition and communal expertise in each crafted bottle.

With roots tracing back to the 19th century, the Jacono family’s Valle dell’Acate holds a rich history among Sicily's top estates, situated at Bidini Manor in the Dirillo Valley hills. Under sixth-generation leader, Gaetana Jacono, many vineyards have been organically replanted with traditional Sicilian grapes, maintaining a legacy while embracing mindful farming.

Tenute Dettori, in Sardinia's historic Badde Nigosolu, blends ancient winemaking with steadfast dedication to natural practices. Led by notable Alessandro Dettori, and one of the first to secure Demeter certification in Italy, the estate emphasizes indigenous varietals and minimal intervention. Dettori spotlights three unique Cannonau crus, each a narrative of Sardinian viticulture, expressing the rich tapestry of the region’s winemaking legacy.