Fontanafredda is located in Serralunga d’Alba in the heart of the Langhe. The countryside is beautiful with rolling hills and picturesque scenery. It is one of the area’s most beautiful wine estates, the La Rosa vineyard in particular is set in a beautiful amphitheater that's a focal point for lovely grounds that were once home to Emmanuele Vittorio ll, the King of Italy.
Danilo Drocco was appointed as chief winemaker in 1998, after a long stint at Prunotto, where he produced lovely examples of Barolo and Barbera for years. Danilo Drocco finished the 1998 Barolos and has since produced wines which have received praise from wine writers throughout Italy and worldwide. Numerous Tre Bicchieris (coveted Italian wine honour) have been awarded to the winery.
Fontanafredda is located in Serralunga d’Alba in the heart of the Langhe. The countryside is beautiful with rolling hills and picturesque scenery. It is one of the area’s most beautiful wine estates, the La Rosa vineyard in particular is set in a beautiful amphitheater that's a focal point for lovely grounds that were once home to Emmanuele Vittorio ll, the King of Italy.
Danilo Drocco was appointed as chief winemaker in 1998, after a long stint at Prunotto, where he produced lovely examples of Barolo and Barbera for years. Danilo Drocco finished the 1998 Barolos and has since produced wines which have received praise from wine writers throughout Italy and worldwide. Numerous Tre Bicchieris (coveted Italian wine honour) have been awarded to the winery.
