The winery
Cantina Santa Barbara - Stefano Antonucci
Winery from the Marche, based in the village of Barbara (AN), known for its interpretations of Verdicchio and for a range that includes white, red and sparkling wines, dessert wines, spirits and extra virgin olive oil.
- Marche · Italia
- Since 1984
- 15 products
The story
The name derives from the village of Barbara; the production facility is housed in an ancient monastery. The winery reflects a long-standing relationship with the local area, drawing on its historical traditions and integrating them with modern production projects.
Production philosophy
Our work is based on respect for the land, meticulous attention to grape quality, and a balance between promoting indigenous varieties and experimenting with grape varieties and techniques that can engage the international market.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located on the hills surrounding the town of Barbara and extend to Serra de' Conti, Montecarotto, Arcevia, Morro d'Alba and Cupramontana. The soils are described as having a higher clay content and being rich in water, in a belt between the Adriatic Sea and the Apennines.
Awards and recognition
Multiple national and international awards; named "Winery of the Year for Central Italy" in the Guida Top 100 Migliori Vini italiani 2025. Several of the estate's wines have received recognition from specialized publications and wine guides.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi
- Montepulciano
- Lacrima di Morro d'Alba
- Merlot
- Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Sangiovese
- Pecorino
- Passerina
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Hectares
- 45.0
- Bottles per year
- 900000
What makes it distinctive
- Vineyards spread around the municipality of Barbara and in several neighboring municipalities.
- Declared production of approximately 900,000 bottles per year, with a significant export share.
- Extensive product range: traditional wines, experimental wines, sparkling wines, dessert wines, distillates, spirits and extra virgin olive oil.
- Strong focus on promoting indigenous grape varieties.
- Based in an ancient monastery with a historic barrel cellar.
