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A wonderful milestone for Orio!

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:26:51 +0000

A wonderful milestone for Orio!

Every bottle of wine tells a story of a specific season, hours of meticulous work in the vineyards, and a deep respect for our land. Today, we are proud to add a beautiful new chapter to the story of Orio.

The prestigious critic James Suckling has awarded Orio Bolgheri DOC an impressive 92 points!
Thank you to James Suckling and his team for this honor.

Will you be enjoying a bottle tonight, or saving it for a special occasion? 🍷

Bolgheri Orio 2024

92 Points

“Leafy and floral but too ashy on the nose, showing dark fruit and a whiff of Mediterranean herbs. Medium-bodied with velvety tannins and crisp acidity, almost tingling toward the end. Tight finish. Drink or hold”.

An historic Estate

The passion of one man marks the beginning of the history of Podere Il Castellaccio. In the 1960s, Luigi Corradini, the maternal grandfather of current owner Alessandro Scappini, found an estate of 18 hectares on the hills of Castagneto Carducci. The area is Bolgheri, a place that was not yet world famous and had nothing to recommend it other than the essence of the land and the potential it had to produce great wine.
To plant his first vineyards Luigi was only able to use grapes that were native to the Chianti and Scansano area. Thus were Pugnitello, Foglia Tonda, Sangiovese planted – just a few hectares, native wine varieties and a small wine cellar. Over the years, the management of the estate gradually transitioned into the hands of his son Roberto.

However, it was only in 2009 that the winery Podere Il Castellaccio was founded by Alessandro Scappini, the third generation in charge of the estate.
Alessandro Scappini, born and raised in Bolgheri, decided indeed to work with a 60 years old family vineyard planted with ancient varieties. In the meantime he also starts growing the signature grapes of the DOC and makes his debut on the market with its first Bolgheri wine with the vintage 2015. His path inside the DOC is completed in the vintage 2018 when his Bolgheri Superiore Il Castellaccio is born and it was released for the first time on the market at the begin of 2021.

Podere Il Castellaccio is situated in Castagneto Carducci, across the seaward side of Segalari Hills, at an altitude of 194 meters a.s.l.
Due to its geographic position, the vineyards enjoy a Mediterranean climate, with more solar radiations, a better thermal excursion and a higher ventilation.

Not only Bolgheri

“A sip from the past, while looking to the future” is the catchphrase used by this highly-manicured Bolgheri winery.

The family passion and the expertise added by the winemaker Attilio Pagli have the aim to tell the story of the region through the salvaging of ancient varieties that are inextricably linked to the tradition of Tuscan wine, specifically in the area of Bolgheri.

The older vineyards, occupying more than 2 hectares, are planted with Tuscan natives Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Foglia Tonda and Pugnitello.

6 labels:

More info? Take a look at the website ⇒

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WOW: Percorso Castagneto Carducci

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:51:33 +0000

WOW: Percorso Castagneto Carducci, an unique and evocative journey organized by WOW (Wine & Oil Walk).

Picture this:

Outstanding wines

Nice olive oil

One of the most breathtaking views

All this in the unique and evocative journey organized by WOW (Wine & Oil Walk).
The itinerary is designed with stops nestled between the gentle hills that embrace the villages of Bolgheri and Castagneto Carducci.

This path reveals the dedication of local businesses to ancient traditions, their love for the land, their commitment to sustainability, and a deep respect for the rhythms dictated by nature.

Event details:

October, 5th, 2025

10 AM – 5:30 PM

This year the 5 stages of the event are:

Tenuta Campo al Signore: the first tasting will be at Tenuta Campo al Signore, at the Belvedere Eugenio Curiel. The initial tasting will let you savor a wine that reflects the tradition and innovation of the area.
Tasting: Cabrio IGT

Antico Frantoio di Segalari: the second stop will be at Antico Frantoio di Segalari, located in the hills of Castagneto Carducci. Here, the land plays a fundamental role in producing one of the best extra virgin olive oils in Italy. The oil tasting offers an experience that deeply connects the land and its history.
Tasting: Essenza della Collina – Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Mulini di Segalari: the third stop will be at Mulini di Segalari, located on the first coastal hills, at an altitude of 90-120 meters above sea level. This is a pristine, wild place characterized by the presence of woods and the dynamic force of a stream that flows along the property.
Tasting: Ai Confini del Bosco – DOC Bolgheri Rosso 2022 and Un po’ più Su del Mare – DOC Bolgheri Vermentino 2024

Poggio al Grillo: the fourth tasting will take place at Poggio al Grillo. Here, you can taste authentic wines, enriched by the aromas of a pristine environment. Walking among the vineyards of Poggio al Grillo means getting in tune with the land and rediscovering the authenticity of its flavors.
Tasting: Rosatico – IGT Costa Toscana Rosato and Guado delle Casaline – Bolgheri Rosso DOC

Podere il Castellaccio: the fifth and final stop will be at Podere Il Castellaccio, with fifteen hectares divided between vineyards, olive groves, and woods. This company represents dedication and love for the land. The tastings here offer an authentic experience, capturing the essence and emotion of the area.
Tasting: Dinostro – IGT Toscana

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New DOC Bolgheri regulations

Petra Pelle — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 09:39:13 +0000

New DOC Bolgheri regulations

In 1994 the first DOC regulations for Bolgheri red wines became approved. Before this DOC was created, the “Super Tuscans” from the area were sold under the designations Vino da tavola or IGT Toscana.

The sub-zone Sassicaia has its own appellation declaration, with up to 85% of Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc. Created as a subzone of the Bolgheri DOC in 1994 and established as a separate DOC in 2013.

The white wine grape that is most often used in Bolgheri Bianco is the Vermentino, which may account for up to 70% of the wine.

To label the wine as Bolgheri DOC is allowed to include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (from 0 to 100%) Syrah and Sangiovese (from 0 to 50%) and Petit Verdot or other French varieties (from 0 to 30%).

The wine can be released 1 year after the harvest or can be aged 2 years (one of the two years must be in oak) to get classified as Bolgheri DOC Superiore.

First modification:

An update of the wine regulation has been approved by the Consorzio DOC Bolgheri and has come into effect in the meanwhile. The first modification is related to the base ampelographic of Bolgheri DOC white, which will give more space to the production of Viogner, Sauvignon Blanc and Vermentino.

Second modification:

The second modification concerns the labeling. All DOC Bolgheri wines have the word ‘Toscana’ on the back of the label, that is obliged. But from now on it will be up to the producers to add this word as well on the frontlabel.

In Bolgheri there are 3 types of DOC red wines: DOC Bolgheri Rosso, DOC Bolgheri Rosso Superiore, DOC Bolgheri Sassicaia + there are 3 additional DOC: DOC Rosato (1x) and DOC Bianco (2x)

More information about the modified regulations can be found in the publication from the Ministero delle Politiche Agricole. (only available in Italian language)

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Map Bolgheri DOC

Petra Pelle — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:08:22 +0000

Map Bolgheri DOC

The ‘Consorzio per la Tutela dei Vini DOC Bolgheri e DOC Bolgheri Sassicaia’ was founded in January 1995, shortly after the issuance of regulations that were governing the production of red wine in 1994.

This consortium is the officially recognized consortium by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food, Forestry Policies and Tourism for promotion, protection and the management of Bolgheri DOC and Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC wine appellations.

This summer’s general census defined the current state of the 65 member’s vineyards of the terroir of Bolgheri and Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC vineyards. This represents > 97% of the 1359 DOC hectares.

By clicking on the map below you will be redirected to the website of the consorzio where you can find the digital version of this updated map.

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