Ca’ La Bionda
A four-generation Valpolicella estate devoted to the production of Recioto and Amarone, working with gravity-fed cellar design and traditional grape-drying methods.
At a glance
Ca’ La Bionda occupies 29 hectares of vineyard in the heart of classic Valpolicella, planted across rolling terrain at elevations between 150 and 300 metres. The property’s south-east exposure and thoughtful viticulture support the estate’s focus on premium wines requiring extended natural drying and oak aging.
History
Founded in 1902 by Pietro Castellani, the estate has remained in family hands for nearly a century. The current owner bears Castellani’s name, continuing a lineage of viticulturists and winemakers who have preserved traditional methods across four generations.
What you see
The cellar employs gravity-fed production design, leveraging the natural slope of the land to move grapes and wine between different levels without mechanical pumps. This approach protects wine quality during production phases while reflecting a commitment to minimal intervention winemaking. Oak barrels dominate the aging spaces, housing wines destined for extended maturation.
Cultural significance
Ca’ La Bionda exemplifies the traditional Valpolicella approach to premium winemaking, particularly the labour-intensive production of Recioto and Amarone. These wines demand meticulous grape selection, natural drying phases, and patient aging—practices that define the region’s heritage and continue to shape its identity.
Key facts
- Address: Via Bionda 4, 37020 Marano di Valpolicella
- Coordinates: 45.5408772, 10.9098861
- Website: www.calabionda.it
- Phone: 045 680 1198
- Vineyard size: 29 hectares
- Elevation: 150–300 metres
Practical information
Visits and tastings are available by appointment. Contact the estate directly via phone or website to arrange a tour of the vineyard and cellar.
Getting there
Ca’ La Bionda is located in Marano di Valpolicella, a small municipality in the Valpolicella wine region north of Verona. The estate sits in the classic Valpolicella zone, accessible by car from Verona city centre (approximately 15–20 kilometres north).
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