Santadi: Identity Essence

Santadi: Identity essence. Discover their emblems that characterize their vineyards and wines.

SYMBOL: A symbol of unity, this cross echoes the shape of a vineyard and, in its deeper meaning, tells the story of cooperation among our growers.

It is the emblem of our essence: people who choose to walk together, sharing work, responsibility, and vision.

SAND: The sand tells of resilience and purity: ancient, fine, shaped by the sea and the wind, it cradles the roots like a silent womb.

It is on this bright, luminous canvas that the vine sinks freely, own-rooted, finding strength and authenticity

SEA: The sea is a silent and constant presence: it moderates the climate, amplifies the light, and sends winds that caress the vineyards and safeguard their balance.

In the glass, all of this translates into clear and vibrant Mediterranean aromas, telling the story of the island with authenticity and depth

It is the emblem of our essence: people who choose to walk together, sharing work, responsibility, and vision.

SUN: The sun patiently guides the ripening of the grapes, envelops the land in warmth, and preserves its balance. It is a presence that is felt even before it is seen.

In the glass, it becomes living light: energy that unites, warmth that welcomes, pleasure fulfilled in sharing.

TIME: In one of Europe’s oldest lands, time does not pass: it accumulates. It marks the gestures of those who work the vineyards, accompanies the wine in the silence of the barrels, and weaves together the traditions of a people.

Here, the land speaks, exudes memory, and preserves millennia-old stories that find their voice and continuity in the wine.

HERON: A symbol of balance and connection, the heron embodies that invisible bond linking sky and soil, light and roots, the same harmony that lives in our wines.

It is a discreet yet constant presence, like the breath that caresses the vineyards and shapes their character

Cantina di Santadi is located in the Sulcis area, in South-western Sardinia, just a few miles as the crow flies from the dazzling beaches and white sand dunes of Porto Pino. It was established in 1960, and after some start-up difficulties, a new management gave it a decisive boost, driven by strong determination which fanned enthusiasm and passion.
The winery embarked on an ambitious programme, adopting new strategies and clear targets, streamlining its operations and issuing coherent guidelines to its member grape growers.

About the logo:

Cantina di Santadi’s logo is the Mistral that shapes the vine and our thoughts; it is the sea spray that rises from the ocean to the sandy hills; it is the profile of the dunes of Porto Pino watching over the vineyards.

The logo communicates who Cantina di  Santadi is from the very first moment: guardians of a slow time, rooted in Sulcis and projected towards a Mediterranean vision that needs no artifice.

Take a look at their renewed website →

San Zopito’ day

San Zopito’ day:  the Festa di San Zopito is the traditional annual celebration in Loreto Aprutino (province of Pescara, Abruzzo, Italy) in honor of San Zopito Martire, the town’s patron saint. It is one of the most deeply felt religious and cultural festivals in the local calendar, blending devotion, legend, folklore, community and popular festivity.

The story:

On a warm Sunday, May 22 of the year 1711, a slow procession came winding through the Abruzzo hills. It was on its way from the bishop’s palace in Penne towards the small town of Loreto Aprutino.

They were bringing two recently acquired relics to the local church.

The relics consisted in a box with an arm and the skull of a rather obscure saint, San Zopito. He had died a martyr, or so the story goes, around the year 300 AD in Rome, and his remains had been buried in the Vatican deposits, until in 1711 Pope Clemens XI donated them to the clergy of Loreto Aprutino.

While the believers and their treasure were happily on their way, they passed some fields where a farmer was busy ploughing with two oxen.

At that moment one of the 2 animals moved away from the farmer, ignoring his calls and approaching the procession, then it bowed soberly and spontaneously as a sign of reverence.

Since then, every year, an ox carries the relics on Whitsuntide Monday through Loreto Aprutino.

The celebration:

The Festa di San Zopito is nowadays a colourful 2-day festival celebrating this oxen moment. One the most beautiful rural one Abruzzo where the locals will attend church services, participate in religious processions, enjoy live music and street food.

The trained ox, nicknamed the ‘White Knight’ wears a scarlet cloak with images of the Saints, and relics, kneels and gives praise in specific areas of the town as he is a tramite (vehicle of the divine).

A local primary schoolgirl, dressed like an angel, stands on its back representing San Zopito.

Did you know that….

Torre Raone‘s Montepulciano d’Abruzzo  San Zopito,  celebrates the spirit of the town’s patron saint.

Drawing its name from the beloved figure at the heart of Loreto Aprutino’s most cherished festival, this wine reflects not just the character of the land, but the living culture and devotion of its people.

Rich, expressive, and deeply rooted in local identity,
San Zopito is more than a wine — it’s a tribute in every sip to tradition, community, and the enduring soul of Abruzzo.

Learn more about Torre Raone’s San Zopito and the other wines.  Take a look at their website ⇒

Weingut Klaus Lentsch NEWSPAPER

WEINGUT KLAUS LENTSCH
NEWSPAPER

Pinot Grigio Ramato MÄÄ , Weissburgunder Riserva and news frokm the vineyards.

Pinot Grigio Ramato “Mää”

With the Pinot Grigio Ramato “Mää,” Weingut Klaus Lentsch consciously embarks on a new path. The idea stems from a desire to reinterpret Pinot Grigio, giving it greater expression, depth, and personality.

  • Process: The grapes macerate on the skins for six to eight days, taking on a signature copper hue while developing intense aromas and a more mineral structure.

  • Aging: Approximately 15% of the wine matures in wood for one year before being blended with the young wine.

  • Profile: The result is a powerful yet balanced wine that shows its best qualities, particularly in spring and summer.

The label also breaks sharply from tradition: it was created with the help of Artificial Intelligence and, presumably, a healthy dose of imagination—an element that underscores the wine’s creative character and the winery’s philosophy of blending tradition with new ideas.

 – Klaus Lentsch-

Wine of the Month:
Weissberg Pinot Bianco Riserva 2022

With the Weissberg Pinot Bianco Riserva, Weingut Klaus Lentsch highlights the elegant and characterful side of Pinot Bianco.

The wine impresses with its fine freshness, creamy texture, and a harmonious balance between fruit and minerality. Perfect as a refined aperitif or paired with fish dishes and Mediterranean cuisine, the Weissberg is a versatile white wine with distinct personality and a long finish.


From the Vineyard:
A Very Strong Start to the 2026 Season

The 2026 vintage is developing very positively. Regular and uniform budding is creating the best conditions for a balanced growing season and excellent grape quality.

The vines appear healthy and vigorous, and the first clusters are already forming in the vineyards. Nature seems to be slightly ahead of schedule this year, suggesting an interesting and promising vintage ahead.

Click herebelow for the  official issue of Klaus Lentsch’s newspaper

Let’s go to the mountains!

From the sun-kissed curves of Gavi to the heroic heights of Valtellina, our story is a journey of elegance and altitude.
Discover the dialogue between Binè’s golden hills and the alpine soul of Tenuta Scerscé.
Two landscapes, one shared heartbeat: the pursuit of pure, vertical beauty in every glass.
Let the journey begin!

Cascina Binè
Golden Gavi, capturing the Mediterranean breeze in a glass of mineral elegance.

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The Wines: 

  • Gavi Binè DOCG 2025
  • Gavi “11” DOCG 2024
  • Gavi Riserva DOCG Vigna Gambarotta 2020

Tenuta Scerscé
High-altitude Nebbiolo, a vertical soul defined by mountain cold and rocky freshness.

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The wines:

  • Rosso di Valtellina DOC  Nettare 2023
  • Valtellina Superiore DOCG Essenza 2022
  • Sassella Valtellina DOCG Superiore Petrato 2021
  • 2022 Inferno Valtellina Superiore DOCG Flammante 2022
  • 2020 Valgella Riserva Valtellina Superiore DOCG  Cristina Scarpellini 2020
  •  Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG Infinito 2021

Shall we taste these beautiful wines together? 

Come by our stand and discover these exciting new arrivals with us.
We’d love to share the story, the terroir, and of course a glass! ✨

The fairytale of Sanforte Borgo Prunatelli

The fairytale of Sanforte Borgo Prunatelli….

 

 ….Sanforte, a rediscovered Native grape

The story of Sanforte Borgo Prunatelli begins in 2002, after an extraordinary event. On August 6th, a rare and violent tornado struck the Val di Sieve and the Rufina area. Just two days later, among ancient vines near the hamlet of Prunatelli, an unexpected discovery changed the future of this land.

Together with University of Florence and ampelographer Roberto Bandinelli, a centuries-old vine was identified as Sangiovese Forte, later officially renamed Sanforte. What began as a field observation evolved into over ten years of research, during which 16 original Sanforte vines were found in the Val di Sieve, confirming the grape’s deep local roots.

A first micro-vinification in 2002, using grapes from just five vines, produced a small but surprisingly expressive wine—marking the first vintage of Sanforte, even in one of the most difficult years the territory had ever known.

Modern genetic studies later proved that Sanforte is not a biotype of Sangiovese, but a completely distinct and unrelated variety. This led to its official registration in 2007 in the National Register of Grape Varieties under the name Sanforte.

From the original mother vines, a dedicated collection vineyard (Vitiarium) was created, followed by the planting of the first true Sanforte vineyard.
Today, Sanforte is grown organically at Borgo Prunatelli and vinified only in select years. After very limited productions in 2020–2022, the estate now proudly presents the 2024 vintage.

Sanforte is more than a wine: it is the rebirth of an ancient, native grape – a story of resilience, research, and deep connection to the Val di Sieve.

Le Origini at Santadi

Cala Silente: the essence of Sardinian Vermentino

The Origini  line at Santadi

We are excited to present you the new Origini line.
Origini is a renewed visual identity and new labels of Santadi‘s historic “Classic” line,  

This update represents a significant evolution of their existing wines, with a strong emphasis on Sardinian native grape varieties and origin.

The Origini line consists of four wines, all featuring new labels and packaging.

Three (of the four wines) with new labels and packaging will be at our stand at ProWein:
  • Vermentino di Sardegna DOC Villa Solais
  • Cannonau di Sardegna DOC Pari Loriga
  • Nuragus di Cagliari DOC Pedraia

The 4th wine, Monica di Sardegna Antigua wil be released from April 2026.

New label and new bottles for Pertinace’s wines

New label and new bottles for Pertinace‘s wines.

 

Langhe Arneis, Barbera d’Alba and Barbaresco are now available with a lighter bottle.

 

Moreover, Langhe Arneis is, starting from vintage 2025, available with a completely renewed label.

The connection between the Cantina Pertinace and sustainability is deeply rooted in their identity as a modern cooperative.
While they are known for traditional Barbaresco, they have adopted formal sustainability standards to protect the Langhe landscape.

Pertinace’s “Green” Initiatives:

To reduce their environmental footprint, the winery has implemented several technical upgrades:

  • Energy: They have installed a photovoltaic system to generate clean energy for the cellar.

  • Packaging: They use lighter glass bottles to reduce CO2 emissions during transport and have transitioned to more eco-friendly secondary packaging.

  • Logistics: The use of electric or green vehicles for local deliveries and the adoption of “Industry 4.0” technologies to track and optimize resources.

Discover pertinace’s world…take a look at their website:

Cantina Paltrinieri’s 100th anniversary

Cantina Paltrinieri’s 100th anniversary!!

Feb. 2nd, 2026

A tasting of Cantina Paltrinieri‘s entire range in Ankara (Turkey) to celebrate the winery’s 100th anniversary – now in its fourth generation, with Giovanni and Cecilia at the helm.

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Tradition. Passion. Love for wine.

Indulge in the world of Lambrusco and disover the magic that awaits in every bottle.

Cantina Paltrinieri has become synonymous with excellence in the world of Lambrusco. 

Their roots go back to the early 20th century when the Paltrinieri family began cultivating vineyards in the Emilia-Romagna region.
Over the years, their dedication to traditional winemaking techniques and a deep respect for the land has allowed them to produce wines of unparalleled quality.
Cantina Paltrinieri is today run by Alberto Paltrinieri and his family and  is recognized as a leading producer of Lambrusco wines.

Cantina Paltrinieri is located in Cristo di Sorbara, near the Modena state, in a small town, near the Secchia and Panaro rivers, the historic scene of the street.


The vines are located in an ideal position and they alone produce all the grapes from which the wines are made. Here we are at the heart of the Lambrusco di Sorbara production area in the province of Modena, in the region of Emilia. Paltrinieri Lambrusco di Sorbaras stand out for their finesse and distinctive taste.

For more information about the winery, take a look at their website: