The winery
Cantina di S. Croce (Cantina Santa Croce)
Modenese wine cooperative specializing in Lambruschi (Salamino), with traditional production, DOP/IGP lines and direct sales.
- Emilia-Romagna · Italia
- Since 1907
- 4 products
The story
Cantina di Santa Croce is a cooperative with deep roots in the Modena area; on its company website it presents itself as a producer of Lambrusco since 1907. Over the years it has preserved the traditional character of the territory while introducing modern initiatives such as organic ranges and participation in national and international wine competitions.
Production philosophy
Showcasing the region and its local specialties, with attention to the Lambrusco tradition as well as to product innovation: PDO/PGI wines, selected sparkling wines and a recently launched organic range, along with direct sales and the promotion of local wine culture.
Terroir and vineyards
Based in S. Croce di Carpi, Emilia-Romagna; production focuses on the area's typical grape varieties, particularly Lambrusco Salamino and other Lambruschi typical of the province of Modena.
Awards and recognition
Participation in national and international competitions; among the awards cited in press releases and events is a gold medal at The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2020 for Lambrusco Salamino DOP "Tradizione".
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Lambrusco Salamino
- Lambrusco di Sorbara
- Lambrusco Grasparossa
- Lambrusco Marani
- Lambrusco Maestri
- Ancellotta
- Pignoletto (Grechetto Gentile)
- Chardonnay
- Grechetto
- Trebbiano
- Sangiovese
- Malvasia
- Lancellotta
- Bottles per year
- 400000
What makes it distinctive
- Specialist in Lambrusco Salamino di S. Croce.
- Cooperative offering direct sales, a wine shop and bulk wines.
- Organic range and a selection of sparkling wines and local specialties.
- Declared production of approximately 400,000 bottles per year.
- Participation and awards in international wine competitions.