Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG: where Prosecco is Superiore

Third-generation Bortolin siblings run this small and quality-focussed estate located in Guia, in the town of Valdobbiadene. Bortolin Angelo produce seven cuvées exclusively Prosecco Superiore DOCG. Each cuvée is a reflection of the unique characteristics of their terroir.

A family business run by Valerio Bortolin and sons, established in 1542 in the heart of Valdobbiadene. They are owners of 20 hectars of vineyards situated in different parts of the DOCG, from Conegliano to Valdobbiadene. Their Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut Zan is made without sulphites.

Founded in Valdobbiadene in 1949 by Giuliano Bortolomiol, one of the founders of the Prosecco Wine Fraternity in 1945. In 1960 he was the first to create a Prosecco Brut. His innovative spirit lives in his daughters Maria Elena, Elvira, Luisa and Giuliana who put product quality first, always guided by environmental sustainability.

Founded by Umberto Bortolotti in 1947 in Valdobbiadene, Bortolotti is run by his son Bruno and nephew Daniele. Their Rive wines come from single vineyards. Their latest release from Rive di Rolle is made using the Charmat method, they also have a Metodo Classico and Sui Lieviti Brut Nature in the range.

This famous brand makes its top wines from prized Rive in the historical zone. Bottega is close to Conegliano and it has a strong focus on sustainability: the usage of 100% renewable energy, reusage of water, organic farming and reintroduction of bees into the vineyard are some examples of their activities. Their wines are textbook examples of the aromatic quality of those produced in the area of Conegliano Valdobbiadene.

Established in 2022 this is a young family winery run by Renzo Buffon and his sons Marco & Davide and is situated on hills of Conegliano, where the landscape is characterised by gentle slopes and a rich biodiversity, with vineyards interspersed with woodlands.

Founded in 1978 by Guglielmo Bortolomiol, Gemin is the nickname of its founder, the winery is now in the hands of his three children, all under 30, the next generation of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, carrying on a family history. Gemin is home to 7ha of vines, some nearly 100 years old and trained doppio capovolto (double upside down), which allows the Glera grape variety to express itself in the best way.

"Man, earth and environment": Renzo Montesel is the 4th generation of this small family winery and cultivates 12ha of vineyards in the Colfosco area, in the south-eastern part of the DOCG., with his son Davide. Davide studied at the School of Enology in Conegliano, the oldest in Italy, and is committed to expanding into international markets.

Sparkling wine company making certified organic wines. Perlage are the benchmark winery in the Denomination for organic production and have recently obtained the coveted B-Corporation certification. From the beginning, Perlage's goal has been to pursue a positive impact on the environment and the community by assuming 7 responsibilities, towards: the consumer, the environment, human relationships, local community, society, future and innovative projects.

One of the first to believe in the potential of the hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Santa Margherita has specialised in the Glera grape variety and its production as a sparkling wine since the Fifties. Today, Santa Margherita owns an estate in Refrontolo, in the eastern side of the appellation, which is where its Rive Extra Brut is from.

Two sisters producing site specific wines from the impervious hills of D.O.C.G. Conegliano Valdobbiadene, a range they call Particelle. The Particelle project began in 2002 motivated by continuous research in the vineyards to discover terroirs that have a particular expression and identity. From 2021 Particelle are labeled as ‘Rive’.

Dynamic co-operative with a long history and 600 members. The first wine cooperative in Veneto applying the international GRI Standard methodology. This method measures the sustainability of the company based on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the UN Agenda 2030.

This young estate was founded by husband and wife Benedetto and Clotilde Ricci in 2000. The duo are not just winemakers: they work hard to grow a wine that speaks of nature and enhances its sensory values. “Our wines are handcrafted with passion, care and attention so you can truly experience something special.” Their original 2ha is now 10ha, with some vines as old as 60 years, all wines are estate grown. Among the rows of Glera they also grow native varieties : Bianchetta, Verdiso, Perera.

Register to attend one of the masterclasses hosted by Sarah Abbott MW:

11.00 - 12.30:
ARTISANAL PRODUCERS OF CONEGLIANO VALDOBBIADENE: A masterclass exploring the wines of seven small growers over a wide range of styles, including Sui Lieviti, Extra Brut, Brut, Extra Dry and Dry.

14.00 - 15.30:
RIVE & CARTIZZE - THE TERROIRS OF CONEGLIANO VALDOBBIADENE: A masterclass exploring the soil and climatic zones of the region, with wines from single vineyard Rive, and Cartizze.