Discover a list of the best wineries in Abruzzo to visit, the most beautiful, historic, and highly recommended for a winery tour and tasting experience.
Best Wineries in Abruzzo – Recommended by Jean Marco Palmieri
Explore a selection of historic and modern Abruzzo wineries, among the most beautiful and renowned. Here you will find wineries ideal for visits and wine tastings in Abruzzo, offering the chance to experience cellar tours and wine degustations.
Whether you are looking for famous Abruzzo wineries, special experiences like Abruzzo Wineries Open on Sunday, or a wine resort to stay in a winery in Abruzzo, this complete guide provides descriptions, iconic wines, contacts, and booking options.
MASCIARELLI
Year of foundation: 1981
Vineyard area: 300 hectares
Masciarelli is one of the most representative wineries in Abruzzo, founded by Gianni Masciarelli, a pioneer of modern regional viticulture. Today, the estate extends over 300 hectares across all four Abruzzo provinces, producing approximately 2.5 million bottles annually. Its main labels include Montepulciano d’Abruzzo “Villa Gemma” and Trebbiano d’Abruzzo “Gianni Masciarelli”. The winery offers visits and wine tasting experiences in Abruzzo, perfect for wine enthusiasts and culture lovers.
📍 San Martino sulla Marrucina (CH)
📞 +39 0871 86961
🌐 masciarelli.it
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
EMIDIO PEPE
Year of foundation: 1964
Vineyard area: 15 hectares
Emidio Pepe is a historic winery located in Torano Nuovo, renowned for the production of artisanal, high-quality wines. The vineyards, cultivated using traditional methods, cover 15 hectares and are mainly dedicated to Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, and Pecorino. Annual production is limited to approximately 80,000 bottles, ensuring meticulous attention at every stage of winemaking. The winery offers guided tours and tastings, allowing visitors to discover the secrets of its prestigious wines.
📍 Torano Nuovo (TE)
📞 +39 0861 97008
🌐 emidiopepe.com
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
CATALDI MADONNA
Year of foundation: 1920
Vineyard area: 30 hectares
Cataldi Madonna is a historic winery located in Ofena, renowned for the production of autoctonous, high-quality wines, including Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, and Pecorino. The winery offers guided tours and tastings, allowing visitors to explore the tradition and innovation that define its wine production.
📍 Ofena (AQ)
📞 +39 0862 970320
🌐 cataldimadonna.com
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
CIRELLI
Year of foundation: 2000
Vineyard area: 22 hectares
Cirelli is an organic farm winery located in an unspoiled natural environment, surrounded by 22 hectares of land. The production focuses on wines made from autoctonous grape varieties, cultivated according to organic and biodynamic principles. The winery offers tours and tastings, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the philosophy of the estate.
📍 Cirelli (PE)
📞 +39 085 898 9376
🌐 cirelliwines.com
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
VALLE REALE
Year of foundation: 1999
Vineyard area: 46 hectares
Valle Reale is an organic winery located between the Gran Sasso and Majella natural parks, immersed in a rich and biodiverse environment. The vineyards cover 46 hectares and are cultivated according to sustainable principles. The production focuses on Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. The winery offers visits and wine tastings, allowing visitors to discover the history, the territory, and the secrets of Abruzzo winemaking.
📍 Popoli (PE)
📞 +39 085 9871039
🌐 vallereale.it
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
PASETTI
Year of foundation: 1960
Vineyard area: 70 hectares
Pasetti is a historic winery located in the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, renowned for the production of elegant, territorial wines. The vineyards cover 70 hectares and are cultivated using sustainable methods. The production focuses on Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, and Pecorino. The winery offers visits and wine tastings, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the estate’s philosophy.
📍 Francavilla al Mare (CH)
📞 +39 085 4911980
🌐 pasettivini.it
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
CANTINA TOLLO
Year of foundation: 1960
Vineyard area: 2,500 hectares
Cantina Tollo is one of the most important wine cooperatives in Abruzzo. With over 2,500 hectares of vineyards, the winery is a reference point for the production of Pecorino, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, and Trebbiano d’Abruzzo. The winery offers a variety of visits and wine tasting experiences, allowing visitors to discover the quality and diversity of its wines, the result of collaboration among numerous local winemakers.
📍 Tollo (CH)
📞 +39 085 99311
🌐 cantinatollo.it
Wine tasting on site: Yes
Direct sales: Yes
