Cornelia Tessari

Cornelia Tessari, Monteforte d'Alpone, Veneto

In the heart of Monteforte d'Alpone, the Tessari family has a singular, uncompromising passion: the Garganega grape. Since grandfather Antonio hand-dug the estate’s cellar in 1933, three generations have refused to plant any other variety. The winery is now led by siblings Antonio, Germano, Nicola, and Cornelia, the latter named after her grandmother. This absolute dedication across time allows them to explore the infinite "declinations" of their land. From 12 hectares of high-altitude, certified organic vineyards, they craft wines that are pure expressions of volcanic basalt and clay. By combining manual harvesting with low-intervention techniques, the family produces a portfolio that ranges from crystalline sparkling wines to the historic Recioto, all defined by a signature mineral tension and floral elegance.

Terroir

Monteforte d'Alpone Hills: 325 m altitude, characterized by deep volcanic basalt and clayey soils; a landscape of high-density vineyards and natural biodiversity within the prestigious Soave Classico zone.

Grapes

Tessari works only with arganega grapes, cultivated across 12 hectares of certified organic and vegan-friendly vines; maintained through traditional hand-harvesting and respectful viticulture.

Wines

Soave Classico DOC (Grisela and Costalta), Soave Superiore DOCG (Bine Longhe and the appassimento I° Ettaro), Garganega Spumante (Arcerus and Natus Metodo Classico), and the historic Recioto di Soave DOCG.

Recognition

Recently awarded 92 Points by Wine Enthusiast for the 2022 I° Ettaro, praised for its "volcanic minerality and remarkable persistence".
Proud members of FIVI (Independent Winegrowers) and pioneers of the Era di OutGrowth rewilding initiative, which funds reforestation efforts with every bottle sold.