The winery
Cantine De Falco
A Salento winery (Novoli, LE) producing wines made from Negroamaro, Primitivo, Susumaniello and other typical local grape varieties, with core labels and dedicated ranges (Top, Natura, Bollicine, Dessert).
- Puglia · Italia
- Since 1944
- 8 products
The story
The De Falco family began winemaking in Novoli in 1944, with a family tradition passed down through several generations. Over time the winery has concentrated its vineyards in the Salento area and developed complete winemaking processes, renewing production with a focus on quality and export.
Production philosophy
Production focused on respect for the territory: reduced vineyard treatments, preservation of the grapes’ natural characteristics, and integration of traditional practices with modern technologies. It also offers tours, tastings and a wine shop for direct engagement with customers.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in Salento, with production areas spread across the provinces of Lecce, Brindisi and Taranto; some wines are produced in the Salice Salentino and Squinzano PDO production areas.
Awards and recognition
Numerous national and international accolades for various wines: medals and mentions at competitions such as Decanter World Wine Awards, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, International Wine Challenge, Mundus Vini, and recognition from industry guides.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Negroamaro
- Primitivo
- Susumaniello
- Verdeca
- Chardonnay
- Fiano
- Hectares
- 20.0
What makes it distinctive
- Based in Novoli, in the heart of Salento.
- Typical Salento grape varieties: Negroamaro, Primitivo, Susumaniello
- Product lines: Top Line, De Falco Line, Natura Line, Sparkling Line, Dessert Line
- Wine shop offers and cellar tastings
- Presence of award-winning labels in international competitions
