
1. How did your career journey begin?
I was born and raised near Bolgheri, in the heart of Tuscan wine country. Growing up surrounded by vineyards, it felt natural to study Viticulture and Oenology at the University of Pisa. After that, I sought out experiences across Italy, and later abroad in Bordeaux and Australia. Those international experiences gave me a broader perspective and taught me to respect both tradition and innovation in winemaking. But it was the sea — and my roots — that called me back to Bolgheri, where I found my place at Argentiera in 2009.
2. What is the most rewarding aspect of your profession?
Transforming a landscape into a liquid memory. Capturing the character of a place, a vintage, a season, and seeing that emotion bottled and shared years later. Every bottle is a conversation between the land, the team, and the people who drink it. That’s the real reward.
3. Can you describe the philosophy of your domain and how it influences the wines you produce?
At Argentiera, we believe that wine should reflect the soul of the land. The unique position of the estate, so close to the sea, yet framed by Mediterranean hills, creates wines with elegance, salinity, and identity. We work closely with the whole Team, always focused on precision and balance. Our goal is simple but ambitious: to translate the beauty of Argentiera into every glass.
4. What do you believe is the most challenging aspect of winemaking?
Respecting nature’s unpredictability while aiming for consistency in quality. Each season is different, and you can never control everything; you can only respond, adapt, and stay true to your vision. It’s a constant learning curve.
5. Do you have a favorite grape variety to work with? What makes it special to you?
Cabernet Franc has a special place in my heart. It’s expressive and nuanced, but it doesn’t give itself away easily; you have to understand it. In our soils, it reveals a deep, elegant character that always surprises me. It’s a grape that reflects the subtle energy of the place.
6. Can you share a memorable vintage or wine you are particularly proud of?
2019 was a vintage where everything aligned: climate, timing, and the health of the vines. I remember walking through the rows during harvest and feeling a rare harmony. The Argentiera 2019 is still one of the clearest expressions of our terroir I’ve ever tasted.
7. What makes your region and vineyard unique compared to others?
The proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea is fundamental. The light, the breeze, and the salt in the air all shape our wines. Combine that with the altitude variation, the rich Mediterranean flora, and the diverse soils, and you get a natural complexity that’s hard to find elsewhere. Bolgheri has a wild elegance, and Argentiera captures that spirit.
8. If you could make wine anywhere in the world, outside your current region, where would it be and why?
I’d be curious to explore regions where elegance meets tension, places like the Chianti or Loire Valley, even cooler zones in Argentina or South Africa. But more than a specific region, I’m drawn to terroirs with a strong identity and a story to tell. That’s where great wines happen.
