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Cantina Dal Forno Romano was founded in 1990 in the Val d’Illasi area and is the result of the success of different generations, united by a passion for their territory and its products.
By investing in the territory and using a production model based on quality rather than quantity of the wine produced, Amarone della Valpolicella and Valpolicella DOC labelled Dal Forno Romano began to make their mark on the wine market as early as 1983.
Dal Forno Romano wines are made from grapes grown on more than twelve hectares of estate vineyards, located east of Verona, as well as on another twelve hectares of leased land, which produce some of the company’s most characteristic labels.
Work, dedication, patience, sacrifice, meticulousness and professionalism… these are the factors that the Dal Forno farm carries out every day, in the vineyard as well as in the winery.
Each parcel is worked in a different way, but with the same care and meticulousness for each bunch, thus guaranteeing its correct ripening and the respect of high quality standards.
The winery is the place where tradition and respect for the environment meet the most modern technologies to give life to the genesis of the wine.
The grapes are harvested by hand, placed in platic trays and left to rest for 45 days inside rooms that, using a modern ventilation system, enjoy a constant and capillary flow of air. The fermentation process takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks, while the wine is aged first in barriques and then in bottles before being released for sale. Among the excellent wines of Cantina Dal Forno Romano are: Amarone and Valpolicella Superiore.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Dal Forno Romano winery located and in what wine area does it produce?

Dal Forno Romano is located in the Val d'Illasi, east of Verona, in the Valpolicella territory. The winery works over twelve hectares of owned vineyard alongside another twelve hectares of leased land, producing some of the estate's most distinctive labels, with a production model that favors quality over quantity.

Who founded the Dal Forno Romano winery? Is it a family business?

Yes: the winery was founded in 1990 by Romano Dal Forno, though wines under the Dal Forno Romano name began attracting attention on the market as early as 1983. Today the winery is run by his son Marco, who has continued his father's work, making Dal Forno Romano a global benchmark for Valpolicella collectors and enthusiasts.

What wines does Dal Forno Romano produce?

Production centers on two main labels: Amarone della Valpolicella 'Monte Lodoletta' and Valpolicella Superiore 'Monte Lodoletta'. The grapes are hand-harvested and left to dry for 45 days in rooms with controlled ventilation, before fermentation in steel and aging in barriques and in bottle.

Can you visit the Dal Forno Romano winery? Do they offer tastings?

Yes, the winery offers cellar tastings and direct sales to visitors. It's an opportunity to get to know up close the extremely meticulous production method that has made Dal Forno Romano one of the most sought-after and highly regarded names in Valpolicella internationally.

Are Dal Forno Romano wines distributed abroad?

Yes: Dal Forno Romano wines are distributed internationally and sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide, the result of decades of work focused on quality rather than quantity, which has made the winery a global benchmark for Amarone della Valpolicella.