ADOPT A WINE ROW IN PIEDMONT: A BOND BETWEEN THE ALPS AND THE LAKES
Embrace the essence of Upper Piedmont: where Nebbiolo meets ice and water
Forget the postcard-perfect rolling hills: here, the land is made of rock, ice, and patience
In Borgomanero, viticulture braves the Alpine climate to produce wines with sharp minerality and a noble heart
Adopting a vine at Cantina Fontechiara is more than a purchase; it is a pact with a land that demands hard work and rewards it with extraordinary complexity
You will become the guardian of a piece of Piedmontese history, following closely the miracle that transforms a cluster of grapes into liquid emotion
What does the vine row adoption include?
1. Choose your vine row between Nebbiolo and Vespolina
2. Adoption Certificate: a personalized document certifying your role
3. Personalized bottle on the vine: your name displayed directly on the row
4. Monthly email updates: in-depth news from the vineyard and the cellar. A true masterclass on wine
5. Guided tour and tasting: a visit to the vineyard and cellar with a wine tasting for 2 people to discover Fontechiara’s wines
6. 2-bottle Wine Box: includes free shipping within Europe
In the heart of the Novara Hills, in Borgomanero, stands CANTINA FONTECHIARA, a family-run estate where viticulture is an act of love and respect
Here, Chiara and Gianni dedicatedly cultivate native grape varieties like Nebbiolo and the rare Vespolina, following a natural and sustainable production philosophy
Adopting a vine row from Fontechiara means bonding with an ancient land, where the absence of chemicals and the VeganOK certification guarantee a wine that is the purest and most sincere expression of the territory
You can become the virtual winemaker of your own vine row and even taste the wine produced from its fruits
The vine row you adopt (or gift) will be marked by a HAND-WRITTEN BOTTLE that will identify it for the entire duration of the program, which is 12 months
Adopt your vine row in Piedmont: where is the vine row?
Your vine row is rooted in Borgomanero, in the province of Novara, a land where viticulture is not just agriculture, but an ancient history dating back to Roman times.
Historically, Borgomanero has been the crossroads for trade between the plains and the Alpine valleys: since the Middle Ages, these hills have been renowned for producing robust and fragrant wines, intended to refresh travelers and noble courts.
Choosing a vine row here means bringing this historical vocation back to life, supporting heroic and niche viticulture.
A unique microclimate between the Lakes and the Alps
The geographical position of Cantina Fontechiara is the secret behind the quality of the wine you will receive. We are located in a magical spot, suspended between two bodies of water: Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta.
The mass of water from the lakes acts as a natural thermal buffer, mitigating temperatures and protecting the vines from sudden frosts. This allows for a slow and steady ripening of the clusters, which develop elegant aromas and an unmistakable freshness.
Looking north, the panorama is dominated by the imposing peaks of the Alps and the Monte Rosa massif.
The proximity to the mountains guarantees constant ventilation and, above all, a significant temperature range between day and night. This temperature swing is essential for “fixing” the aromas in the grape skins and for giving Nebbiolo and Vespolina that distinct acidity and minerality that make them long-lived and profound wines.
You can taste the true, authentic flavor of North Piedmont in your own home
You will get to know the wine better by personally following the life of the vine row and the techniques used by Fontechiara to obtain high-quality fruit…
…and savor the wine directly at your home!
Furthermore, you can come to visit your vine row whenever you like, learn “on the field” the techniques used in the vineyard, and taste all of Fontechiara’s wines!
A true first: the first 100% Vegan vine row adoption in Italy
We are proud to present a collaboration that sets a new standard for sustainability in the wine world. Together with Cantina Fontechiara, we are launching:
THE FIRST ENTIRELY VEGAN ADOPTION EXPERIENCE IN ITALY
It is not just about adopting a vine row, but about supporting a production cycle that respects life in every form, completely excluding the use of animal derivatives both in the vineyard and in the cellar.
The vine rows you can adopt in Borgomanero produce wines of excellence, such as the noble Nebbiolo and the ancient Vespolina, which have obtained the prestigious VeganOK certification.
It is the ideal choice for those seeking a wine with a strong identity, mineral and profound, with the certainty of a product that embraces rigorous ethics without compromising on sensory quality
The adoption doesn’t end in the glass. When you come to visit your vine row, we have prepared a special welcome:
YOUR GUIDED TASTING WILL BE ENTIRELY ACCOMPANIED BY PLANT-BASED GASTRONOMIC EXCELLENCE
A pairing designed to enhance the aromas of Upper Piedmont, proving that the harmony between man, vine, and nature can be total, authentic, and 100% conscious
THE OPTIONS
You can choose the “Adoption” option, which includes:
– Adoption certificate
– Hand-written bottle on your vine row
– Monthly update emails from the vineyard
– Visit to the vine row with wine tasting
– 2-bottle box with free shipping within Europe
You can make your experience even more complete by choosing the “Adoption + Stay” option, which allows you to stay one night for two people in the beautifully renovated farmhouse just a few steps from the winery: the DECANTER HOUSE!
This way, you can not only visit the vineyard and the cellar but also sleep just a short walk from the vines in elegantly furnished rooms with a unique design, where every single detail has been carefully thought out
BOTH OPTIONS CAN BE SELECTED IN THE “VEGAN” VERSION AT NO ADDITIONAL COST
AND IF YOU CHOOSE THE VEGAN “ADOPTION + STAY” PACKAGE, THE INCLUDED BREAKFAST WILL BE 100% VEGAN!
HAVE A LOOK AT THE DECANTER HOUSE!
Adopt your vine row in Piedmont: how much does it cost?
Adoption – also available in a Vegan version
By choosing this option, you will follow all the stages of the vineyard and the winery activities, and at the end of the adoption period, you will receive a box containing two bottles produced from your chosen grape variety
Adoption with Stay – also available in a Vegan version
With this option, you will experience, or give as a gift, the vine row adoption with a one-night stay for 2 people, breakfast included, in the elegant rooms of the Decanter House (stay subject to availability)
*Switzerland, Norway, UK, and non-EU countries excluded and quoted separately
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FAQs
FAQS PIEDMONT
The vine row is located in the vineyard at the ‘Cantina Fontechiara’ winery in Piedmont, specifically in Borgomanero, in the province of Novara
Of course! The adoption includes a voucher for a visit to the vine row along with a wine tasting. You can use this voucher throughout the entire duration of the adoption, which is 12 months
The contribution for the vine row adoption is €220 for the “Adoption” package and €340 for the “Adoption + Stay” package.
The “Adoption” package includes a 12-month adoption, a personalized label placed on your vine row, a digital adoption certificate (PDF), and regular updates via email. It also includes a guided tour of the vineyard and cellar with a wine tasting for two people featuring Fontechiara wines, along with the free shipping of 2 bottles directly to your home.
The “Adoption + Stay” package includes everything mentioned above, plus a one-night stay for two people at the ‘Decanter House’ in Borgomanero (NO).
It is very simple.
You can pay via bank transfer: as soon as you fill out the form, we will send you the payment details for the €220 “Adoption” package or the €340 “Adoption + Stay” package.
You will receive a 2-bottle box delivered directly to your home containing one bottle of “Colline Novaresi DOC Vespolina” and one bottle of “Colline Novaresi DOC Nebbiolo”
The wine is shipped at the end of the adoption period. For example, if you adopt your vine row in September, you will receive the wine in September of the following year.
We also take specific requests into consideration. In such cases, the price of the program may be subject to change.
No, even if you choose the “Vegan” option, the fee remains the same
