Product Description

We are thrilled to welcome Matteo Giustiniani, CEO and Winemaker at Avignonesi, to present 9 current releases. Avignonesi is the leading winery in the Montepulciano area of Tuscany and is renowned for its pure Sangiovese Vino Nobile, unique Vin Santo, as well as delicious and affordable bianco and rosso wines. Avignonesi is the largest biodynamic winery in Italy, producing authentic, unique wines that mirror the distinct identity of Montepulciano. The company’s mission is to assume leadership in the context of the “good wine industry,” developing an ecosystem built on organic and biodynamic agriculture, sustainable distribution systems and consumer education.

Wines to be poured:
2019 Avignonesi Cantaloro Bianco ($13.99)
2021 Avignonesi Dadi Bianco ($27.99)
2020 Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano ($15.99)
2020 Avignonesi Cantaloro Rosso ($14.99)
2021 Avignonesi Dadi Amphorae Rosso ($24.99)
2019 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ($24.99)
2018 Avignonesi 50&50 Toscana IGT ($102.99)
2016 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Grande Annate ($109.99)
2010 Avignonesi Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC Half Bottle ($175.99)

All wines will be available for purchase at a 10% discount after the event.

Cheese and charcuterie will be served.

ABOUT AVIGNONESI

Avignonesi, named after one of the founding family members, was established in 1974, and quickly became the benchmark of Montepulciano, putting the Vino Nobile region on the map once again. In 2009, Virginie Saverys bought the estate, and began a total re-invention. Her strong belief in organic products meant introducing sustainable farming methods by way of biodynamic viticulture, which has made Avignonesi today the largest biodynamic winery in Italy. Avignonesi produces authentic, unique wines that mirror the distinct identity of Montepulciano which are also healthier for customers, land and future generations. Avignonesi has also been certified as B Corporation and has voluntarily met the highest standards for social and environmental performance.

ABOUT MATTEO GIUSTINIANI

Matteo Giustiniani is Chief Executive Officer of the Avignonesi Group, which is the Wine Business Division of the Victrix Group. Avignonesi operates under the Victrix Group, a family-owned investment company with a focus increasingly directed towards sustainable and impact investments. Avignonesi is the largest biodynamic winery in Italy. Matteo brings more than 20 years of experience in the wine industry to his current role. As CEO, Matteo manages the winery in addition to overseeing its Classica distribution sister companies.

Matteo is passionate about winemaking, sustainable land stewardship, and protecting the environment. He is committed to producing high-quality wines that exemplify Avignonesi’s good ancestor philosophy. Most recently, Matteo led Avignonesi’s initiative to achieve its B-Corp Certification, which was granted in 2022, affirming the winery’s position as an ecologically and socially conscious company. He studied oenology at the University of Florence and received a master’s degree in winemaking from the University of Bordeaux before joining the Avignonesi team in 2011. Matteo also graduated from the Insead Global Executive MBA with distinction.

Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours before start time for a refund or transfer to another class or event.