The winery
Drei Donà - Tenuta La Palazza
Family-owned winery located in the hills of Romagna (Massa di Vecchiazzano, Forlì/Predappio), noted for quality Sangiovese and the Cabernet "Magnificat".
- Emilia-Romagna · Italia
- 13 products
The story
The estate, known as Tenuta La Palazza, has been associated with the Drei Donà family for generations; the property has been in the family's hands since the early 20th century. In the 1980s Count Claudio Drei Donà converted the orchards into vineyards and introduced experimental plantings, initiating the production that the family, together with the children/heirs, continues today. Over time some historic wines, such as 'Magnificat' and 'Tornese', have received international and critical recognition, contributing to the winery's renown.
Production philosophy
Rigorous vineyard work and attention to the land: organic-focused practices, biodiversity preservation, meticulous cellar care and extended aging to enhance the expression of the micro-terroir of Massa di Vecchiazzano and Predappio.
Terroir and vineyards
Hills of Romagna between Forlì, Castrocaro and Predappio. Wines designed to express the micro-terroir of Predappio and the surrounding area within Emilia-Romagna.
Awards and recognition
Notable recognitions: "Magnificat" was listed among Wine Enthusiast’s Top 100 with a score of 96/100. "Tornese" has received significant mentions from Italian critics. In recent years several of the estate’s wines have received high scores from specialist publications.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chardonnay
- Riesling
- Trebbiano
- Albana
- Pagadebit
What makes it distinctive
- Tenuta La Palazza in Massa di Vecchiazzano, overlooking the hills of Predappio and Forlì.
- The historic "Magnificat", internationally recognized in the 1990s.
- Pronounced Sangiovese di Romagna identity.
- Production focused on organic farming and biodiversity conservation.
- Offer includes premium white wines and a Metodo Classico; winery visits and tastings.