The winery
Cà Maiol
Historic winery in Desenzano del Garda (Lugana), known for Turbiana-based wines and for producing white, rosé, red and sparkling wines; now part of the Herita group (formerly Santa Margherita).
- Lombardia · Italia
- Since 1967
- 20 products
The story
Cà Maiol originated as a winery rooted in the Lake Garda area; its main estate is an ancient farmhouse built in 1710. The modern company was founded in 1967 and in 2017 became part of the Santa Margherita group. Over the years it has evolved by combining advanced production technologies with respect for the tradition of Lugana.
Production philosophy
Production focused on showcasing the local terroir: respect for the vineyard, agricultural practices aimed at sustainability, use of technologies that preserve quality, and attention to energy efficiency; the company also lists certifications and commitments to sustainability.
Terroir and vineyards
Primarily the Lugana area on the southern shore of Lake Garda, with a presence also in the Valtènesi area on the Brescian shore of Lake Garda.
Awards and recognition
Individual wines from Cà Maiol receive scores and awards in industry guides and publications across multiple vintages and bottlings.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Turbiana (Trebbiano di Lugana)
- Groppello
- Barbera
- Sangiovese
- Marzemino
- Merlot
- Hectares
- 118.0
- Bottles per year
- 1500000
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 1967; main premises in a 1710 farmhouse in Desenzano del Garda.
- Specialist in Turbiana and a leading figure in the Lugana appellation.
- Part of the Herita/Marzotto group.
- Approximately 118 hectares of vineyards, as reported by the owning group.
- Indicative production of approximately 1.5 million bottles per year.
- Commitment to sustainable practices and the use of gravity-flow winemaking; sustainability certifications and data sheets as reported by the company.
