Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte

What Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte does

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte is a family-owned Italian distillery founded in 1892 in Conegliano, now headquartered in Corbanese di Tarzo in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG area of Veneto. The company produces and sells premium grappa, aged grappa, clear grappa, grape spirits, liqueurs, amari, gin, and Prosecco Superiore DOCG sparkling wines under the Andrea Da Ponte and Don Giovanni brands. Its core technology is the proprietary Da Ponte Method (Metodo Da Ponte), first published by Matteo Da Ponte in 1896, which uses bain-marie discontinuous stills with fractionating columns to preserve varietal aromatic qualities of grapes from the Prosecco region. The distillery also operates one of Italy's largest grappa ageing warehouses with Limousin oak barrels and has pioneered environmental sustainability in Italian distilling since the 1980s, including biomass boilers, biogas, and a 110 kW photovoltaic system.

The company sells through a multi-channel model combining direct-to-consumer e-commerce (daponte.it, available in Italian, English, and German), two physical retail locations (Corbanese showroom and Conegliano boutique), distillery tours and tasting experiences, and export distribution into Germany, France, Canada, Austria, Australia, Slovakia, the UK, and Spain. B2B partnerships are built primarily through annual participation in major international trade shows (Vinitaly, Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, Bar Convent Berlin, London Wine Fair, Merano Wine Festival, Slow Wine Fair), and the company joined the ITA-Alibaba Made in Italy Pavilion in 2021 to access B2B e-commerce across 190+ countries. Revenue is generated one-time through unit-priced product sales (€10.50-€51 per bottle, €42-€109 for gift packs), with no subscription or licensing model disclosed.

The company is structured as an Italian SRL (private limited company), is currently led by fourth-generation owner Francesco Fabris (with fifth-generation succession being prepared), and is led in production by master distiller Graziano Freschet. It has accumulated 50+ international awards across IWSC, Falstaff, Merano WineHunter, Bibenda, A'Design Award, and Concours Mondial de Bruxelles. The customer base is distributed across individual consumers and gift buyers, B2B distributors and retailers, wine-spirits tourists, and bars/restaurants, with no single customer concentration reported.

Name

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte

Legal name

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte SRL

Website

https://daponte.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte is a family-owned Italian distillery founded in 1892 in the Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG region, producing premium grappa, spirits, liqueurs, gin, and Prosecco via the proprietary Da Ponte Method, sold to consumers, distributors, and hospitality venues worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Italian Spirits and Grappa

NAICS

Distilleries (31214), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (42482), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (4453)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Spirits Distilling & Brands (CRADAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Distilleries (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAG), Spirits Distillery Tours & Tastings (Whiskey, Rum, Gin, Vodka) (THAJAGAF), Distilled Spirits Production & Distilling (AFAFAAAC), Producer-Owned Retail & Bottle Shops (On-site) (THAFALAL)

Keywords

• Grappa production
• Aged spirit distillery
• Prosecco DOCG wines
• Italian liqueurs amaro
• Premium grape spirits

Headquarters

HQ city

Corbanese

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Spirits & Grappa Product Sales: Primary revenue stream from production and sale of premium grappa, aged grappa, clear grappa, spirits, liqueurs, amari, gin, and related alcoholic beverages. Products sold in various formats including standard bottles (70cl), mignon (5cl), and magnum (150cl) sizes. Also includes gift packs and special collections.
2. Wine & Sparkling Wine Sales: Sale of Prosecco Superiore DOCG products (Don Giovanni Extra Dry and Brut) and Fior D'Arancio DOCG sparkling wine. Includes still and sparkling wine product lines under the Don Giovanni brand.
3. Distillery Tours & Experiences: Revenue from guided tour experiences at the distillery, including three tour tiers: Tasting Tour, History & Nature Tour, and Founder's Tour. Tours can be combined with experiences in the UNESCO World Heritage Conegliano Valdobbiadene area.
4. Gift Packs & Special Collections: Sale of curated gift pack combinations including Opere d'Autore series, Special Collections, and limited edition products like the Genesi Collection and centenary Gran Riserva bottles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte is a traditional Italian distillery that produces and sells premium grappa, aged grape spirits, liqueurs, amari, gin, and Prosecco Superiore DOCG wines. Production is based on the proprietary Da Ponte Method (Metodo Da Ponte), a bain-marie double-distillation technique developed in 1896, with extensive use of Limousin oak barrel ageing for premium lines. Products are sold directly to consumers through the company's e-commerce shop and two physical retail locations, as well as through international distributors and B2B trade show channels.

Product overview

Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte is a traditional Italian distillery founded in 1892, producing a portfolio of alcoholic beverages centered on grappa and spirits. The core product range includes aged grappas (Vecchia Grappa di Prosecco, Unica Da Ponte in 10-year and 15-year variants), clear/white spirits (Uve Bianche, Uve Bianche Gran Riserva, Uve Bianche Fior d'Arancio), liqueurs (Amaro 33 with ginger, Chocozen), gin (Golden Rive in London Dry and Distilled versions), amari (Virentis, Inverum), and still/sparkling wines (Don Giovanni Prosecco Superiore DOCG in Extra Dry, Brut, and Rosé variants). Products are categorized into Grappe Invecchiate (aged), Grappe Bianche (clear), Distillati (spirits), Liquori (liqueurs), Amari (bitters), Gin, Vini e Spumanti (wines), and gift pack collections. The distillery operates in the DOCG Conegliano Valdobbiadene area and uses the proprietary Da Ponte Method (established 1896) for distillation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Don Giovanni: Prosecco Superiore DOCG sparkling wine line, including Brut and Extra Dry varieties
• Golden Rive
• Amaro 33
• Metodo Da Ponte
• Collezione Genesi

Products and services

• Vecchia Grappa di Prosecco Flagship aged grappa (8 years) made from Glera variety pomace that produces Prosecco Superiore DOCG, aged in French Limousin-area oak barrels. Targeted at premium spirits consumers.
• Vecchia Grappa di Prosecco - Collezione Genesi Contemporary reinterpretation of the classic Vecchia Grappa di Prosecco with elevated aromatic profile, rich golden yellow color with balsamic and floral notes, aged in selected Limousin oak barrels. Targeted at premium spirits enthusiasts and design-conscious consumers.
• Unica Da Ponte 10Y Vintage-dated Grappa di Prosecco aged for 10 years in Limousin oak barrels, made from Prosecco Superiore DOCG grapes. Features amber-flecked gold-yellow color with hints of liqueurs, floral impressions, and seasoned oak. Targeted at collectors and ultra-premium spirits buyers.
• Unica Da Ponte 15Y 15-year-old aged grappa (Millesimata 2005) distilled from select Glera grape pomace used for DOCG Prosecco Superiore. Golden yellow with amber hues, fruity notes of ripe apples and pears. Targeted at collectors and ultra-premium spirits buyers.
• Uve Bianche Pure grape spirit with luminous, crystalline appearance featuring inebriating bouquet of clean-edged summer fruit including apricot, pear, apple, and melon. Distilled using single-batch bain-marie pot-still method exclusive to Da Ponte. Targeted at premium spirits consumers.
• Uve Bianche Gran Riserva Noble grape spirit aged over 3 years in Limousin oak barrels with gloriously rich floral and fruit notes, refined sweetness complemented by toasted almond, honey, and vanilla. Targeted at premium spirits consumers.
• Uve Bianche Fior d'Arancio Ultra-natural grape spirit infused with aromatic terpenes from Moscato Giallo grape featuring lively duet of sweet ripe peach and orange blossom with subtle notes of apple and pear. Targeted at aromatic-spirit enthusiasts.
• Amaro 33 Finest aged Grappa di Prosecco combined with delicate spicy notes of ginger, packaged with a Glow in the Dark label that glows when the product is ready to serve. Targeted at cocktail enthusiasts and premium amaro consumers.
• Golden Rive Gin (Da Ponte GIN) Italian gin from the Da Ponte distillery available in London Dry and Distilled versions. Targeted at gin enthusiasts and craft cocktail bars.
• Chocozen Chocolate, ginger and grappa liqueur combining the enveloping flavor of grappa with chocolate and ginger notes. Targeted at gourmet dessert and digestif consumers.
• Don Giovanni Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. Millesimato Extra Dry created in honor of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with delicate bead of bubbles, classic aromatic qualities and hints of apple. Targeted at sparkling wine consumers.
• Don Giovanni Brut Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. Brut sparkling wine from Glera grapes grown in Conegliano and Valdobbiadene hills. Targeted at sparkling wine consumers.
• Fine Grappa Italiana 40° Young and traditional grappa distilled using continuous double rectification method to preserve the flavors of Glera grape pomace from Veneto hills. Available in 100 cl bottle at 40% alcohol. Targeted at entry-level grappa consumers.
• Gift Packs (Tradizione, Selezione, Opere d'Autore series) Curated gift pack combinations including Tradizione Da Ponte (Vecchia Grappa di Prosecco + Ciliegie liqueur in wooden box), Selezione Da Ponte (Unica Da Ponte 15Y + Uve Bianche Gran Riserva), and Opere d'Autore series. Targeted at gift purchasers and special occasion buyers.
• Distillery Tours & Tasting Experiences Three tiers of guided distillery experiences (Tasting Tour 30 min, History & Nature Tour 1h 15min, Founder's Tour 1h 30min) located in the UNESCO World Heritage Conegliano Valdobbiadene DOCG area, combinable with cycling, museum visits, and local food tastings. Targeted at wine and grappa tourism visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple products have received gold, silver, and bronze medals at prestigious competitions including IWSC, Falstaff, and Merano WineHunter Awards
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Italian Trade & Investment Agency (ITA) & Alibaba GroupcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2021Andrea Da Ponte Distillery was selected among 300 companies to join the Made in Italy Pavilion, an e-commerce showcase created by Alibaba Group to promote Italian companies in international markets, as part of an initiative by the Italian Trade & Investment Agency (ITA). The platform serves as a permanent online exhibition expected to attract 26 million buyers in 190+ countries, with B2B e-commerce market potential up to $12 trillion.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Nonino Distillatori: Family-owned Italian grappa producer operating since 1897 with proprietary distillation methods and a premium aged-grappa portfolio. Directly comparable to Da Ponte on craft heritage, single-varietal grappa, and international premium positioning.
• Poli Distillerie: Italian family distillery (Jacopo Poli) producing artisanal grappa, spirits, and liqueurs using artisanal bain-marie methods. Comparable to Da Ponte on craft distillation, premium positioning, and family-led heritage.
• Bepi Tosolini: Friulian family-owned grappa and spirits producer specializing in single-varietal distillates. Comparable to Da Ponte on craft grappa category, DOC-driven sourcing, and premium export focus.
• Luxardo: Italian family-owned producer of liqueurs and spirits (maraschino, gin, grappa) founded in 1821. Comparable to Da Ponte on heritage Italian distilling, premium liqueur/gin portfolio, and export-oriented B2B model.

Broad incumbents

• Stock Spirits Group: Large European spirits group with multi-category portfolio across Central and Eastern Europe. Comparable as a much larger incumbent competing in overlapping retail and HoReCa channels against Da Ponte's spirits range.
• Campari Group: Global Italian spirits group operating a broad portfolio of liqueurs, amaros, and spirits. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose premium amari and liqueurs compete for similar on-trade and gifting shelf space.
• Fernet-Branca (Fratelli Branca): Historic Italian spirits company (1845) with a broad portfolio including amari and liqueurs. Comparable as a heritage Italian distiller targeting overlapping amaro/bitter liqueur and gifting occasions.
• Strega Alberti: Historic Italian liqueur and spirits producer (Alberti, 1860) with broad portfolio including herbal liqueurs and spirits. Comparable as a heritage Italian spirits maker overlapping on premium liqueur/gifting segments.

Emerging players

• Bonollo: Italian distiller of grappa, spirits, and liqueurs with Of aging and direct-to-consumer ambitions. Comparable as a craft-to-mid-market Italian grappa competitor operating through similar B2B and trade-show channels.
• Pallini: Italian producer of liqueurs and grappa with established international presence in on-trade. Comparable as a mid-sized Italian spirits/liqueur competitor in similar gifting and mixology channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/distilleria.andreadaponte
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/distilleria-andrea-da-ponte---s.p.a.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Distilleria Andrea Da Ponte