Winery Francesco Bellei

Founded by Francesco Bellei and developed by the Bellei family, the estate introduced in-bottle sparkling winemaking techniques as early as the 1970s, applying the Traditional Method to local grape varieties. Management later passed to the Cavicchioli family, who continued the tradition while also experimenting with ancestral methods and amphora fermentations.

Production focused on quality and respect for the terroir: enhancing local grapes and integrating international varieties through traditional methods and experimental approaches.

The vineyards and production are located in the area between the Secchia and Panaro rivers, in the municipalities of Bomporto and San Prospero in the province of Modena. The wines express the characteristics of the Modena foothills and their native grape varieties.

Some cuvées have been highlighted by specialist guides and industry portals; the winery is also cited in international publications for the acclaim of its sparkling wines.