Our story is engraved in stone
Petraia
A history of firm attachment to the land
Like its name suggests, the roots of Petraia are strongly tied to the stones of Adrara San Martino, an area in the province of Bergamo that between the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century embraced a terrace system in order to make the steep slopes fit for cultivation.
Now we brought this tradition back, by recreating the dry stone walls according to the original method.
The estate in numbers
1
Hectare of land
2
Grape varieties grown
4
Kilometers of dry stone walls
The estate
Our hands are our main tools
After clearing the area from the woods to give it back to the terraces and the vineyards, the face of Petraia finally started showing itself. Here, from the top of the walls and along narrow strips of land, every step of working the soil and growing the vines is performed by hand, climbing on narrow stone perrons.
The soil
We value every strip of land
The characteristics of the land reflect our production: small, but generous.
Under a layer of bare ground, between paths and tunnels, hides some soil rich in clay, minerals and water. It is thanks to this nourishment that our grapes are so flavorful.
The grapes
Fiercely committed to high quality
Our Merlot and Petit Verdot vineyards are the flagship of the estate, as they are the cultivars that mostly enhance the qualities of the land. We refuse mass production to preserve the uniqueness of each grape: in fact, they are the main ingredients for rich wines, high in alcohol content and with extraordinary aromatic nuances.
Our wines
How an unconventional spirit is born
On the sunny hill slopes, life is shaped by the scent of the earth and the hard work, whereas in the dark cellar the pace is slower, and the key is care and patience. Our wines mature in barriques and stainless steel barrels, where they develop their unique taste, colors and fragrances. The result is a peculiar, one-of-a-kind product that can’t be classified or labeled.