Family Owned and Artfully Made
Michele Chiarlo
Already in 1958 Michele Chiarlo bottled his first Barolo bottle with only a few hectares of vineyards in his possession, today you can safely look back on the successful history Michele Chiarlo created and which his sons Stefano and Alberto continue. With just over 110 hectares located in Langhe, Monferrato and Gavi, they produce world-class wines from famous cru locations such as Cerequio, Cannubi, Asili and Faset. The still family-owned company has become one of Piedmont's most recognizable names and has been instrumental in the region's rise in quality. With an eye on the future, they work in a very sophisticated way in terms of sustainability and respect for the environment both in the vineyards and in the winery. Preserving the landscape and human impact on the environment is at the forefront and in fact Michele Chiarlo was one of Italy's first producers to be certified under VIVA.
Calvados since 1933
Calvados Lelouvier
Calvados Lelouvier, founded by Alain Lelouvier in 1933 in Briouze, Normandy, became renowned for its quality Calvados and Cider under the leadership of his son, Christian Lelouvier, in the 1970s. Christian continued the family tradition of distilling and blending Calvados from small producers, achieving global recognition. After the last owner passed away, Christian Drouin, a long-time business partner, acquired the company. Guillaume Drouin now leads both companies, maintaining their shared philosophy of quality. Lelouvier's Calvados, distilled using a single-distillation system, offers a distinct taste compared to Christian Drouin's double-distilled products.
Crafting Icons of the Tuscan Coast
Tua Rita
In the early 1980s, Rita Tua and Virgilio Bisti followed a simple dream: to live close to the land and create wines that spoke truthfully of their origin.
What began as a small personal project in Suvereto on the Tuscan coast soon evolved into one of Italy’s most respected wineries.
Driven by passion and guided by intuition rather than convention, Tua Rita became a pioneer of the Super Tuscan movement, crafting wines that combine richness with precision.
Their philosophy is to let the vineyard speak for itself through meticulous care, organic practices, and gentle, minimal intervention in the cellar.
“Every vintage is a dialogue between the vines and the sea,” said Rita, whose presence is still felt in every bottle.
From the iconic Redigaffi, a pure Merlot that stands among the world’s finest, to elegant expressions of Syrah and Sangiovese, Tua Rita captures both the essence of Tuscany and the spirit of those who dare to look beyond tradition.
Today, Tua Rita continues to set the standard for excellence on the Tuscan coast, a story of place, passion and purity told through every glass.
Graceful Sangiovese
Monteraponi
Monteraponi makes sangiovese in the classic style, just the way we want sangiovese to taste. Light, herbal notes backed by tart red fruit that is not masked by barrels. Monteraponi is located just outside Radda in Chianti, high on the hill after which the domain is named. The estate dates back to the 10th century when the then governor of Tuscany, Count Ugo, built the estate. After years of decline, Monteraponi was acquired in 1973 by the Braganti family and was intended only as an investment.
However, Michele Braganti had other plans and gradually refurbished Monteraponi to produce wine. Contrary to the prevailing trends in the area, Michele wanted to produce wine of the highest quality in the classic way. Fermentation takes place in cement tanks and the wine is aged in large Slavonian and Austrian oak barrels. The estate covers just over 150 hectares of land, but only 15 of these are planted with grapes. Apart from a few hectares of olive groves, most of the land is untouched. All farming is organic. Thanks to the fact that the farms are surrounded by forest, there is no need to worry about neighbors spraying.
The awards have come thick and fast in recent years - both from international writers as well as in the domestic wine bible, Gambero Rosso, where Monteraponi has been awarded three glasses on several occasions.
A Historic Estate in the Wachau
Weingut Tegernseerhof
Rooted in the heart of the Wachau, Weingut Tegernseerhof is one of Austria’s most historic estates, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1176. Today, the estate is run by the Mittelbach family, who continue to refine a legacy built on precision, heritage, and a deep respect for terroir.
Situated along the steep, terraced vineyards of the Danube, Tegernseerhof works some of the Wachau’s most renowned sites, where primary rock soils and dramatic diurnal shifts create wines of remarkable clarity and structure.
Guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention and meticulous vineyard work, the estate focuses on expressing site over style. Sustainable practices and careful hand-harvesting ensure that each wine reflects the purity and character of its origin.
Grüner Veltliner and Riesling stand at the core of production, ranging from vibrant, Federspiel wines to powerful, age worthy Smaragd expressions. Across the portfolio, the wines are defined by precision, tension, and a distinctive mineral backbone.
Today, Tegernseerhof remains a benchmark producer in the Wachau, crafting wines that balance tradition and modernity, and that articulate the unique identity of one of Europe’s most celebrated wine regions.
A Defining Family of Piemonte
Gaja
Founded in 1859 in Barbaresco, Gaja stands as one of the most influential estates in modern Italian wine. Over five generations, the family has played a defining role in elevating both Barbaresco and Barolo to the highest level of international recognition.
Under the leadership of Angelo Gaja, the estate became a pioneer of quality-driven viticulture in Piemonte, advancing single vineyard bottlings and a meticulous focus on site expression long before this became standard practice.
Today, the estate remains family run, guided by a long term vision that balances deep respect for tradition with a continuous pursuit of precision and refinement.
While rooted in the Langhe, Gaja has expanded its presence across Italy, with estates in Barbaresco and Barolo, as well as in Tuscany, including Ca’Marcanda in Bolgheri and Pieve Santa Restituta in Montalcino. Across these regions, the philosophy remains consistent, to capture the identity of each site with clarity and restraint.
The wines, from Barbaresco and Barolo to Bolgheri and Brunello, are defined by structure, finesse, and longevity. They combine power with transparency and consistently rank among the most sought after and age worthy wines in the world.
No nonsense Chablis
Roland Lavanteurex
Domaine Roland Lavantureux is a family-owned estate based in Lignorelles, just north of Chablis. Founded by Roland Lavantureux in 1978, the domaine is today run by his two sons, Arnaud and David, who continue to build on the family's reputation for producing some of the region's most consistent and expressive wines.
The focus is simple: great vineyard sites, careful farming, and a winemaking philosophy that allows each terroir to speak clearly. The result is a range of Chablis wines defined by purity, precision, and a strong sense of place.
From Petit Chablis to Premier Cru bottlings, the wines combine freshness and mineral character with remarkable depth, making Domaine Lavantureux one of the most respected producers in the appellation today.
The Fine Wine Trade
CVBG
With its huge diversity, the CVBG portfolio is unparalleled. Initially focused on local Bordeaux wines, in a pioneering approach, this has been boosted over the years with some of the world’s finest wines. Thourgh solid allocation of Bordeaux’s top properties, CVBG has a demanding portfolio that is unique in its kind, both in its variety and depth. In addition, CVBG has played a pioneering role in the development of the distribution of some of the world’s greatest wines through the Bordeaux wine trading.
From Piedmont to Sicily
ARGEA
Argea is a major Italian wine producer founded in 1991. Today, the company is one of the leading exporters of Italian wines, produced from a variety of Italian regions ranging from Piedmont to Sicily.
Argea gave rise to an innovative way of thinking, producing and making quality Italian wine. The team of winemakers, oenologists and professionals in the field have established and produced internationally award-winning wines for over 30 years.
Argea is known for its sustainable approach and is one of the most certified wine producers in Italy.
Rooted in place, united in expression
Cantine Di Verona
Cantine di Verona was born in 2021 from the union of Cantina Valpantena, Cantina di Custoza, and Cantina Colli Morenici. Three historic wineries, brought together by a shared belief in the beauty and identity of the Veronese landscape.
From the rolling hills of Valpolicella to the shimmering shores of Lake Garda, their wines capture the essence of a region where viticulture has been part of life for centuries.
Cantine di Verona is, at its heart, a story of connection. Between vineyards and villages, tradition and future, and the many expressions of Verona gathered into one shared voice.