PODERE RIOSTO - Vini e Agriturismo
(Winery in Hills of Bologna, Food Valley)
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Esperienza fantastica
Lisa
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Wonderful!
The place have an excellent and very unique wines.
Very recommended to any one who is around Bologna and even further its worth drive!
Hod
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Fantastic wine tour
We walked from the station. This is very doable as it's along quiet roads and is very scenic but it is uphill and so takes around an hour.
Laura
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I'm really happy to hear that you enjoyed the wines, the lunch, and the visit — it was a pleasure to share our winery and winemaking process with you.
I'm especially impressed you made the walk from the station — well done! Even the rain couldn’t stop your spirit, and that makes your visit even more special.
Hope to see you again soon,
Lorenzo
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Alexandra
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We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the wines, the food, and the atmosphere — and it means a lot to us that the experience left such a great impression.
It was a pleasure having you, and we truly hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable tasting!
Best regards
Staff Podere Riosto
Ottimo servizio
Il proprietario è molto gentile e preparato, ci ha illustrato tutti i passaggi della vinificazione dei vini che abbiamo poi assaggiato durante la degustazione.
Ottima anche la cucina che ci ha preparato le stuzzicherie di accompagnamento ai vini.
Federico
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Siamo felici che abbiate apprezzato il servizio, la location e l’accoglienza del nostro staff.
È sempre un piacere condividere la passione per il nostro lavoro e raccontare il percorso che porta ogni vino nel calice.
Un grazie anche da parte della cucina — vi aspettiamo presto per una nuova degustazione!
Saluti
Staff Podere Riosto
Bellissima esperienza
Il posto è bellissimo con una vista stupenda sulle colline, il personale gentilissimo e disponibile.
Il prezzo vale assolutamente la pena per la location e i buon vini proposti.
Elia
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Siamo felici che abbiate apprezzato l’aperitivo, la cena e la visita in cantina, così come la vista sulle colline e l’accoglienza del nostro staff.
Ci fa davvero piacere sapere che l’esperienza sia stata all’altezza delle aspettative — vi aspettiamo con piacere per un’altra serata speciale tra buon vino e panorama!
Saluti
Staff Podere Riosto
Amazing
We learned a lot of new things
Good guide good wine
Elena
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We’re really glad you enjoyed the experience and that you found the tour both interesting and informative.
It was a pleasure having you with us — and we’re happy you liked the wine too! Hope to welcome you back soon!
Best regards
Staff Podere Riosto
bellissimo posto e ottimo vino
Sara
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Siamo davvero felici che abbiate apprezzato la visita in cantina e la degustazione — per noi è importante raccontare il lavoro che c’è dietro ogni calice.
Sapere che il vino vi è piaciuto ci rende ancora più orgogliosi. Vi aspettiamo con piacere per un’altra esperienza insieme!
Saluti
Staff Podere Riosto
Ottima degustazione
Ottimi vini e aperitivo variegato, con una vista fantastica su i colli bolognesi.
Davide
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Siamo felici che abbia apprezzato il nostro personale, i vini e l'aperitivo, e che la vista sui colli bolognesi abbia reso l’esperienza ancora più speciale.
Speriamo di rivederla presto!
Saluti
Staff Podere Riosto
About Winery and Wines
Nestled on the hills south of Bologna, Podere Riosto stretches towards the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines along the historic Futa highway, which links Bologna with Florence. The estate is deeply rooted in the unique characteristics of its territory, marked by a sandy soil texture, sunny summers, snowy winters, and excellent vineyard exposure (South, South/East, and South West) at 350 meters above sea level. These natural conditions, combined with state-of-the-art oenological technologies and a strong commitment to tradition and environmental sustainability, produce remarkable quality and character wines.
Podere Riosto boasts 24 specialist vineyards classified as Cru, covering around 16 hectares. The vineyards are arranged using espalier structures with spurred cordon or Guyot pruning systems and 3×1 plant spacing, which help maintain and amplify the grapes' sensory richness alongside low yields and hand harvesting. The main varieties cultivated under the Colli Bolognesi DOC designation include Pignoletto, Chardonnay, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and the rare, historical Vite del Fantini.
The story of Vite del Fantini is a compelling testament to passion and preservation. Discovered in 1961 by Luigi Fantini in the Pianoro area, the vine was left to the wild until Stefano Galli undertook its recovery with dedication. Working alongside agronomist Federico Curtaz, the GAL 5 Valli, and researchers from the University of Bologna, a thorough study of its genetic and morphological traits culminated in its official registration in the Italian Grapevine Register in 2009. Today, Podere Riosto honors this rediscovered legacy through two expressive wines: Vecchio Riosto and Spumante Rosé For You.
Podere Riosto stands out not only for its unique terroir but also for its commitment to innovation and excellence in winemaking. The winery applies advanced techniques to its white wine production, including fermentation without sulphur dioxide and the use of the DRM (Double Reasoned Maturation) method directly in the vineyard. This approach, combined with skin maceration, maximizes the aromatic potential of the grapes and enhances both the longevity and stability of the resulting wines. Sparkling wines from Podere Riosto are crafted through fermentation processes conducted at very low temperatures, ensuring the preservation of delicate aromas and structure. Each fermentation stage follows precise protocols tailored to the wine's intended character.
Red wines at Podere Riosto are brought to their full expression through calibrated maceration in rotary fermenters. These carefully selected wines are then aged in a combination of Slavonian oak barrels and French Allier oak barriques, with the ageing process extending for approximately two years to achieve complexity and depth. For its sparkling and spumante offerings, Podere Riosto adopts the Martinotti-Charmat method, which emphasizes fermentation at low temperatures to develop a refined, elegant perlage that distinguishes the estate’s sparkling wines.
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