The Cavinona Blog

A Visit to Abbazia di Novacella

Before heading to Vinitaly this spring, we visited Abbazia di Novacella (Kloster Neustift in German), a historic monastery and working winery in the northern part of Alto Adige. The visit offered u...

Italy and Its Indigenous Grapes: A Story of Diversity, Culture, and Passion

Italy is one of the world’s top wine producers, known not just for how much wine it makes, but for the incredible variety it offers. Wine in Italy isn’t just something people drink, it’s a big part...

A Visit to Cantina Girlan

Every year, the Cavinona and Terroni wine teams make the journey to Italy for Vinitaly, a much-anticipated trip where we reconnect with producers who’ve become close friends, explore exciting new v...

Must-Try Aperitivo Cocktails with Bordiga

Aperitivo dates back to ancient Rome, where wealthy Romans enjoyed botanical wine and small bites before dinner. The word comes from the Latin "aperire", meaning "to open," a ritual meant to awake...

Trentino-Alto Adige

Nestled in the stunning Dolomite mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Trentino-Alto Adige is one of Italy’s smallest yet most captivating wine regions.

Toasting Summer with a Sicilian Rosato

Graci Etna Rosato DOC $209.70 ($34.95/BTL) As the last warm days of summer slip away, there’s no better way to savour them than with a glass of Graci Etna Rosato. This elegant rosé, with its de...

A FINE TUSCAN CRU SET TO BE GRAN SELEZIONE

Angela Fronti, Istine's winemaker, is part of a new wave of young producers bringing a much-needed energy boost to Chianti Classico. Angela currently makes her Chianti Classico, a riserva, and thre...