The winery
I Sabbioni
Romagna winery focused on Sangiovese and the expression of the territory of Oriolo: territorial wines and extra virgin olive oil linked to the sandy hills between Forlì and Faenza.
- Emilia-Romagna · Italia
- 11 products
The story
I Sabbioni is a winemaking project connected to Gruppo Dino Zoli, created to highlight the hills surrounding Oriolo/Forlì. The company's narrative emphasizes family roots and the desire to translate the territory's distinctive character into recognizable wines, with a range detailed in its official catalogue.
Production philosophy
The winery aims to highlight the identity of the place through grape selection and winemaking that prioritize freshness, sapidity and drinkability; conviviality, family ties and respect for the land are recurring themes. According to the winery's catalogue, some wines are in conversion to organic or have been certified organic since 2021.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards situated on the gentle hills between Forlì and Faenza, characterized by yellow, sandy soils — a condition the winery cites as a distinguishing element for the sapidity and elegance of its Sangiovese. The principal appellation is Romagna Sangiovese.
Awards and recognition
In the company catalogue and on product pages, awards and scores are indicated; the catalogue includes references to awards/scores specific to individual wines.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Albana
- Hectares
- 15.0
What makes it distinctive
- Strong focus on Sangiovese and local expressions.
- Vineyards on the hills between Forlì and Faenza, with yellow sandy soils.
- Part of the Gruppo Dino Zoli.
- Also produces extra virgin olive oil in addition to wines.
- Some labels are in conversion or have been certified organic since 2021.
