The winery
Plozza
A Valtellina winery based in Tirano/Brusio, known for its interpretations of Nebbiolo (including Sforzato) and part of the Plozza Wine Group, which also produces sparkling wines and distilled spirits.
- Lombardia · Italia
- Since 1919
- 2 products
The story
The business was founded in 1919 in Brusio by Pietro Plozza; in 1946 the company was among the first to market Sforzato valtellinese. In the following years ownership was reorganized and the Zanolari family led its modern development. In 2017 the Plozza Wine Group was established, adding activities in Franciacorta and the Swiss Grisons to its Valtellina wines; in 2019 the company celebrated its centenary with an image refresh by a prominent designer.
Production philosophy
It combines the traditional roots of Valtellina's heroic viticulture with an innovative approach to winemaking and packaging: a focus on quality, experimentation and a contemporary image characterize the offering.
Terroir and vineyards
Active in Valtellina with terraced vineyards planted predominantly with Nebbiolo; the group also carries out production and commercial activities in Franciacorta and the Grigioni region.
Awards and recognition
Partnerships/recognitions reported by the company: Promotional Partner of the Sauber F1 team; Official Wine of the Alpine World Ski Championships.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Müller-Thurgau
- Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris)
- Hectares
- 23.0
- Bottles per year
- 250000
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 1919; Pietro Plozza marketed Sforzato as early as 1946.
- Operating headquarters in Tirano, with origins in Brusio.
- Part of the Plozza Wine Group.
- Declared production: approximately 250,000 bottles per year from about 23 hectares under vine.
- Portfolio includes Nebbiolo, still wines, traditional-method sparkling wines and distilled spirits, with a strong focus on packaging and design.
