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Founded in 1987 as an offshoot of Franciacorta’s famous Bellavista winery, Contadi Castaldi has gone from strength to strength and now, operating independently, represents one of the appellation’s important names.

Founded in 1923, Girlan now produce over one million bottles a year in Alto Adige.

Fattoria Mancini is one of Le Marche’s most exciting wine producers.

Gancia is one of the great names of Italian sparkling wine history. Although production today is huge and diversified into the Vermouth trade, Gancia still make some noteworthy wines. Perhaps those of most interest are from the smaller, quality orientated appellations such as Alta Langa DOCG.

Cascina Faletta is a historic producer in Piedmont. Its wines cellar accompanies a restaurant and agriturismo business serving a range of local wines.

The Elena Walch estate is one of the leading estates in Trentino-Alto Adige. Elena Walch lead a quality revolution in Alto Adige, creating cool climate wines in the foothills of the Dolomites.

Cusumano is one of the most recognisable wine brands in Sicily. They produce good wines from vineyards planted all over the island and utilise both local and international varieties.