Santa Giustina
(Winery in Food Valley)

About Winery and Wines

Nestled on the picturesque hills above Pianello Val Tidone in the village of Santa Giustina, our farm is truly a "slice of paradise." The estate spans over 120 hectares, where 15 hectares are dedicated to our vineyards, and the rest to lavender fields, crops, and natural woodlands. Owned by the Bucciarelli family for nearly half a century, the estate was originally developed as a wildlife-hunting reserve by Antonio Bucciarelli in the 1970s. Today, it remains one of the few places in Italy where partridges breed naturally, a tribute to the estate's dedication to preserving its natural habitat, represented by the flight of partridges in our logo. In the 1990s, Antonio’s daughter, Gaia, embarked on a winemaking journey, and since 2003, Santa Giustina has grown into a renowned winery, producing around 100,000 bottles annually. Our cellar, built using gravity techniques, reflects our passion for combining tradition with innovation. Visitors are enchanted by our ivy-covered buildings, the refurbished barn, and the 1000AD consecrated church, making a trip to Santa Giustina a unique and unforgettable experience.

Santa Giustina’s vineyards cover 15 hectares of clay-rich soils, located between 280 and 350 meters above sea level. The diversity in vineyard exposure and terrain allows for a wide range of aromatic expressions in our wines, further enhanced by the proximity of surrounding tree species. Our oldest vineyard, over 45 years old, produces an aromatic variety of Ortrugo, while our younger vineyards (15-20 years old) feature varieties such as Croatina. We employ both spurred cordon and Guyot training systems, adapting to the demands of our vines. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated by our collaboration with the atmospheric monitoring system of Hort@, significantly reducing the need for phytosanitary treatments. Each of our wines, whether fresh and fragrant whites or bold and complex reds, showcases the character of our land and the dedication of our family. From vineyard to cellar, our natural winemaking approach ensures that every bottle reflects the beauty and passion of Santa Giustina.

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