The Vermouth we wanted with a Nebbiolo base
This is a story that began more than 30 years ago. I was eight at the time and as always, I spent a few weeks with my maternal grandmother in her country house in Podio. Podio is a small village on the plain between Bene Vagienna and Monforte, where my grandmother, Maria, was born. The [...]
Sara Vezza: I’d like to tell you about my new project
Starting a new brand is always a challenge-a challenge with respect to the outside world to be sure, but also a challenge to oneself. Often it seems that the obstacles and difficulties you come up against are the order of the day. However, I have never had any doubt about what I wanted to do [...]
St. Valentine’s Day wine and tastings
Are you looking for an original Valentine's Day present for someone passionate about wine? Here are some simple ideas for you from the Josetta Saffirio cellar. A gift certificate for a tasting for two: it includes a guided tour of the cellar and a winetasting experience Choose the Authentic Experience for a tasting of four [...]
Animals in the vineyard
There is no doubt that the estate's vineyards are the beating heart of my job. Everything begins in the vineyards. The first fruits of my labours and the labours of my co-workers come into being there. And the vineyards need my constant care throughout the year. I have to keep an eye on what they [...]
How does the weather influence the characteristics of the vintage?
That the weather has a direct influence on each year's results is irrefutable. Every winemaker knows that exactly the same wine cannot be made each year, because the weather, unique and unrepeatable, has such an effect. Often I realise that consumers look for a product they can recognise, with a familiar taste. This is just [...]
