The winery
Roccolo Callisto
A wine estate in the hills between Verona and Valpolicella that produces wines typical of the area and is committed to organic production and the preservation of biodiversity.
- Veneto · Italia
- Since 1970
- 4 products
The story
Originally established as a hillside estate near Parona/Valpantena, the estate retains ties to local tradition and has developed over time, expanding its vineyards and holdings. The company website and industry sources report activity documented since the 1970s and more recent land acquisitions in Vendri.
Production philosophy
Wine production focused on biodiversity and sustainability: a certified organic approach, oversight of viticultural practices and protection of the territory as guiding principles to produce wines expressive of the terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards are located on the hill above Parona and in the contrada of Vendri, on calcareous-clayey soils and trained using traditional pergola systems. The headquarters are at Strada dei Monti, 17, 37124 Verona.
Awards and recognition
The winery has received national and international accolades, listed in the awards section of the company's website.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Corvina
- Corvinone
- Rondinella
- Molinara
- Garganega
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Hectares
- 14.0
What makes it distinctive
- Certified organic production.
- Vineyards in Parona and Vendri, with old plantings and pergola training.
- Wine lineup: Amarone, Valpolicella, Valpolicella Ripasso, Valpolicella Superiore; white wines made from Garganega; an IGT Cabernet.
- Estate of approximately 14 hectares in total, of which about 5.5 hectares are under vine.
- Documented national and international awards and recognitions.