The winery
Luca Bellani
Producer from Oltrepò Pavese (associated with the Ca' di Frara estate) known for traditional method Pinot Noir sparkling wines and for white wines tied to the gypsum-rich soils of Mornico Losana and Oliva Gessi.
- Lombardia · Italia
- Since 1905
- 7 products
The story
The business began as a family-run estate at Ca' di Frara; according to official records, the Bellani family has been in the area since 1905, when Giovanni Bellani purchased the first vineyards between Mornico Losana and Oliva Gessi. Today the estate is managed by Luca, who continues a multi-generational tradition by combining oenological research with respect for the land.
Production philosophy
Production focused on enhancing the terroir: hand harvesting, reduced phytosanitary treatments and careful low‑impact vineyard practices. In the cellar, temperature‑controlled vinification and handling are used to express the specific characteristics of each vineyard parcel.
Terroir and vineyards
Oltrepò Pavese, with vineyards concentrated in the municipalities of Mornico Losana and Oliva Gessi. Calcareous-marly and gypsum-rich soils that influence the style of the white wines and the sparkling Pinot Noir expressions.
Awards and recognition
Sources report historic recognitions and evaluations of the winery.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Nero
- Pinot Grigio
- Pinot Bianco
- Chardonnay
- Riesling
- Malvasia
- Vermentino
- Croatina
- Bonarda
- Hectares
- 47.0
- Bottles per year
- 200000
What makes it distinctive
- Traditional Method "Centoventi" 100% Pinot Noir, well received in reviews
- Vineyards in the hills of Mornico Losana and Oliva Gessi, on gypsum‑rich and calcareous soils.
- Hand-harvesting practices and a focus on reduced treatments.
- A range that includes traditional-method sparkling wines and the typical white and red wines from the Oltrepò.
