In the steep, sun-drenched hills of Guia, one of the most revered crus in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, lies a small winery entirely dedicated to the expression of old vines and heroic viticulture. This landscape—enshrined as a UNESCO World Heritage site—is the birthplace of Prosecco Superiore and home to generations of families who have preserved the region’s intricate patchwork of steep vineyards and ancient vines.

Tucked into the dramatic slopes of the Dolomite mountain range—a UNESCO World Heritage site—Castel Katzenzungen rises above the village of Prissiano in South Tyrol. This romantic Renaissance castle, dating back to 1244, offers more than historic beauty: it safeguards one of the oldest and most extraordinary grapevines in the world.

Nestled in the rolling hills between the historic communes of Castagnole delle Lanze and Costigliole d’Asti, Tenuta il Finale is a boutique wine estate dedicated to preserving the viticultural heritage of Piemonte through a profound respect for old vines. With its commitment to native varietals—Barbera, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, and Arneis—the estate crafts characterful DOC and DOCG wines that express the soul of their individual terroirs.

Founded in 1761 by Bartolomeo Borgogno, a farmer with vision ahead of the times, Giacomo Borgogno is Barolo’s most historic winery—an enduring symbol of tradition with a bold eye toward the future in the heart of Le Langhe. For over 260 years, Borgogno has remained faithful to its roots, producing wines with time-honored practices such as fermentation in concrete tanks and aging in large Slavonian oak barrels. Today, the winery stewards 52 hectares of vineyards across Barolo, La Morra, Alba, the Colli Tortonesi, and Castino, all cultivated organically and sustainably. 

In the heart of Chianti Classico, just south of Florence, Pieve di Campoli is quietly building a reputation grounded in authenticity, sustainability, and deep respect for heritage vineyards. The estate spans 50 hectares under vine and produces approximately 60,000 bottles annually—but its most compelling story lies in a single 15-hectare plot of old vines planted in 1974. 

Situated in the heart of Italy’s Piedmont region, Fontanafredda is a cornerstone of Barolo’s rich history. Established in 1858 by King Vittorio Emanuele II as a gift to his beloved Rosa Vercellana, affectionately known as “La Bela Rusin,” the estate has evolved into a symbol of enduring legacy and innovation in winemaking.   

Sassotondo is a family-owned and operated winery nestled near the medieval village of Pitigliano, in southern Tuscany. Founded in the early 1990s by Carla Benini, an agronomist from Trentino, and Edoardo Ventimiglia, a former documentary filmmaker from Rome, Sassotondo has grown into a benchmark for artisanal, sustainable winemaking. From its first vintage in 1997, the winery has remained dedicated to organic viticulture, with certification dating back to 1994, and an unwavering focus on local grape varieties, minimal intervention, and expressive terroir. 

Situated in the picturesque hills of Tuscany, Poggio La Tana epitomizes the enduring bond between land, family, and tradition. This boutique winery spans two hectares and produces fewer than 10,000 bottles annually, emphasizing quality over quantity. At its heart lies the “Vigna Vecchia,” a historic one-hectare vineyard planted in 1965 by the family’s patriarch, Giuseppe “Beppe” Michelini.