The Antolini vineyards cover a total of 9 hectares. Their viticultural philosophy is based solely on respecting the environment and making best use of what nature can offer.

For example, they do not irrigate as they rely on the soil, predominantly clay, which retains water, releasing it slowly deep into the roots. They do not use chemicals or pesticides. Instead, they nurture natural predators to curtail pests and use natural pheromones to combat moths. Structurally, using rocks collected from clearing of the fields, they build terraces (marogne) on the hillside to maximize exposure of the vines to the sun. They plant olives and roses strategically among the vines that altogether create a favorable ecosystem.

The Antolini brothers talk about these as traditional wisdoms that have been passed down from generations, without ever coining the word “organic”. The work of harvest is truly a labor of love. In the case of grapes destined to become Amarone, each bunch is harvested exclusively by hand, graded for its quality, and laid down into a wooden crate to dry naturally for 90 – 120 days. The drying process is checked daily for needs to adjust ventilation according to ambient conditions. By January, the grapes would have lost 30% – 40% of their fluid as they enter the process of fermentation.

The Antolini brothers are grateful that their hard work does bear fruit in their Amarones that have achieved 90+ point ratings in the pass 5 years.