From humble beginnings to celebrating 10 years...
The winery made the choice at the outset to farm organically in order to protect the environment, and to guarantee the quality of the wine producing just 20,000 bottles of organic IGT wines annually, but they now plan to increase annual production to 40,000 bottles by bringing the vineyard area up to approximately 8.00 hectares, partly terraced, located at 200 – 300 meters above sea level with southern exposure (which of course in minute compared to the large faceless producers) in an area called the Capo Spartivento, a promontory which, together with Capo d'Armi, makes up the extreme southern edge of Aspromonte overlooking the Ionian Sea.
Terre Grecaniche is a story of incredible dedication to their land, love of their culture, a way of life and wines that is rooted in the history of this area of the wider Magna Graecia. The winery is a cooperative founded by member growers sharing a common dream; to take back and take care of the history and places of viticulture of the Greeks of Calabria in a territory from which everyone continues to leave, especially the young people. The winery remains small, but it has invested in its future, increasing its production capacity and creating good employment. Today, they are all richer in relationships, experiences, knowledge and, above all, their common dream has become a reality.
A set of values and a mission that speaks...
"Riza" meaning having your roots in the past...
An understanding of the past and commitment to take care of the sedimented culture, places, and viticulture of the Greeks of Calabria.
Territorial Wine
A commitment to produce high quality authentic wine from indigenous grape varities that reflect the terroir and culture of winemaking in the area.
Environmental Protection
Biodynamic and organic farming and production methods to protect the environment and the landscape, as well as the quality of the wine.
Friendship And Solidarity
A cooperative experience that enriches enriches relationships, experiences and knowledge, and active participation in community networks promoting friendship, solidarity and reciprocity.
Concrete Dreams
To create vineyards that further promote the diversify of wines that reflect their Greek heritage.
Significant values... significant wines!
