Foradori Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco 2022

In the heart of Trentino Alto Adige, nestled up high in the Italian Dolomites, Agricola Foradori is a winery that has long stood as a beacon of biodynamic farming and innovation. The region, where Germanic customs blend seamlessly with Italian traditions, has historically been dominated by large cooperatives and conventional farming practices. However, Foradori has been a trailblazer in shifting towards sustainable and holistic viticulture. Since 2009, the estate has been Demeter certified, affirming their commitment to biodynamic principles and organic farming.

Wine has been produced on the estate since the 1930s, but it was Elisabetta Foradori who truly put the winery on the map. Under her visionary guidance, which began in 1984, Foradori became renowned for its dedication to the genetic diversity of the Teroldego grape and its distinctive approach to winemaking. Since 2013, the estate has been led by Elisabetta’s children- Emilio, Theo, and Myrtha- each bringing their own fresh perspective and energy to the family business. Emilio and Theo now oversee winemaking and marketing, while Myrtha has steered the farm's focus towards a more diversified, holistic approach to agriculture. She has introduced a vegetable and herb- growing programme, largely cultivated under the pergolas of their Mezzolombardo vineyard, furthering the family’s commitment to sustainability and biodiversity.

Foradori’s philosophy is one of quality over quantity and constant re-innovation. Such as increased whole-cluster pressing and a move towards aging wines in clay amphorae instead of barriques.