The winery
Cantine Francesco Montagna
Historic Oltrepò Pavese winery producing still and sparkling wines, noted for its focus on the terroir and Pinot Noir. (https://www.cantinemontagna.it/en/)
- Lombardia · Italia
- Since 1895
- 4 products
The story
Founded by Francesco Montagna in 1895, the winery has over a century of history in the town of Broni. In 1974 management passed to the Bertè-Cordini family, who retained the original name and developed the business while maintaining a focus on tradition and winemaking innovation.
Production philosophy
To showcase the historic grape varieties of Oltrepò Pavese through winemaking processes aimed at preserving the grapes' natural characteristics and to promote the region through tastings and winery visits.
Terroir and vineyards
Situated in the Oltrepò Pavese, the winery sources grapes from the municipalities of Montù Beccaria and Zenevredo; the vineyards are located between 150 and 280 metres above sea level on predominantly marl soils with clay and limestone.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Croatina
- Barbera
- Riesling
- Pinot Nero
- Moscato
- Ughetta
- Uva Rara ([cantinemontagna.it](https://www.cantinemontagna.it/en/))
- Hectares
- 15.0
What makes it distinctive
- Winery with historic roots in the Oltrepò Pavese.
- Bertè-Cordini: family-run since 1974.
- Vineyards in the municipalities of Montù Beccaria and Zenevredo.
- Production focuses on Pinot Noir and frizzante/spumante wines.
