The People
In the early 2000’s Davide and Daniele Pelassa took over the running of the estate from their father Mario, who founded the family business in 1960. As their reputation has grown so to has the need for a new winery, with production now in a state of the art facility with a shop and tasting room alongside.
Click below to hear more about the winery, direct from winemaker Daniele Pelassa interviewed at Prowein in 2019:
The Vineyards
The 12 hectares of vines are located in Monte d’Alba in Piedmont. Davide works the vineyard meticulously with a scrupulous clonal planning in the new plants. The focus is on producing the three varieties which are the most suitable to the typical soil of the area: Arneis, Nebbiolo and Barbera, with the aim to make wine that express their terroir. They also grow international variety for their entry level wines.
The Wines
Their wines are constantly generating interest around the world, receiving great scores from international wine critics.
Whites
Mario’s White
Roero Arneis San Vito
Reds
Mario’s Red
Langhe Corte Enrichetta
Barbera d’Alba ‘Superiore’ San Pancrazio
Nebbiolo d’Alba Sot
Barolo
Barolo Riserva
Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno