'A Vita

‘A Vita (“the vine” in Calabrian dialect) was founded in 2008 by Francesco and Laura De Franco in Cirò, Calabria. After working for more than ten years as an architect, Francesco decided to return to his birthplace, study viticulture and enology, and take over his family’s vineyards. Together with Laura, he began bottling their own wines for the first time- grapes that until then had always been sold. Their first vintage (2008) was released in January 2010.

For Francesco and Laura, being winemakers means acting responsibly within their territory, promoting biodiversity, and respecting the slow pace of agriculture. Their approach is based on naturality, respect for varietal character, and the clear expression of terroir.