A collective commitment
At Cantina Montelliana, sustainability is the result of a collective project – one that places the territory, the families who live here, and the quality of what we produce at its centre.
Being a cooperative means this as well: offering stability to nearly 400 growers, protecting the hills through responsible farming, and ensuring a future for those who live from these landscapes. It means safeguarding not only the environment, but also work, generations, and the community built around the vine.
Our approach is practical and layered – environmental, economic, and social. It starts in the vineyard and extends across the entire production chain through investment, shared standards, and responsible choices. Sustainability, for us, is built together
Resistant varieties, fewer treatments
In 2018, we planted an experimental four-hectare vineyard with two PIWI varieties – Souvignier Gris and Bronner – known for their natural resistance to fungal diseases. Growing these grapes allows us to drastically reduce the number of phytosanitary treatments, using only organic methods when needed.
At the same time, we introduced a voluntary protocol among our members to limit the use of chemical substances in the vineyard. The unanimous adoption of this plan marked the beginning of a gradual transition toward more sustainable, aware, and collectively guided viticulture.
Photovoltaic system since 2010
Since 2010, the winery has been powered by renewable energy, thanks to a 200 kW photovoltaic system installed on site. It’s part of a broader vision that includes modern bottling lines, efficient logistics, reduced waste, and constant monitoring of emissions. We strive to produce responsibly – with respect for the place that sustains us.
A cooperative model for the future
Sustainability also means looking ahead – for our members, their children, and the land itself. We provide technical support, training, and economic stability. We stand behind small producers – many of our growers manage less than one hectare – helping them remain competitive and profitable without harming the environment. That, in the end, is what cooperation truly means: doing together what none of us could achieve alone.
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