Nittardi

What Nittardi does

Nittardi is a family-run organic winery headquartered in Castellina in Chianti, Tuscany (Italy), with production vineyards also in Maremma south of Scansano, operating on approximately 40 hectares in total. The company produces a portfolio of DOCG/DOC wines (Casanuova di Nittardi Vigna Doghessa, Belcanto, Nittardi Gran Selezione from Chianti Classico; Ad Astra, Nectar Dei, CAB, BEN, and the Cosmo white from Maremma), supplemented by extra virgin olive oil and grappa. Operations are characterized by organic winemaking since 2017, a single-vineyard focus at elevations up to 500 meters, and a longstanding tradition of commissioning internationally recognized artists to design labels and wrapping papers for the flagship Casanuova di Nittardi since 1981, alongside a sculpture garden and the Premio Nittardi art competition. Equalitas sustainability certification was added in February 2025.

The company earns revenue through a mix of channels: direct-to-consumer sales via a Wine Club membership and website (shipping to EU, UK, Norway, Switzerland, and the USA with a 6-bottle minimum); a published network of global distributors; on-site hospitality including five restored historic apartments (Studio Cimabue, Piero della Francesca, Bronzino, Marrina, Vasari, and Torre di Michelangelo) and guided winery visits with tastings in Italian, English, German, and French; and ancillary product sales (olive oil, grappa). Customer segments are wine enthusiasts, wine trade professionals, and hospitality/corporate event guests.

Day-to-day management is led by Léon Femfert (Managing Director since 2013), with his parents Peter Femfert and Stefania Canali as co-founders, Carlo Ferrini as consultant winemaker since 1991, and Giorgio Conte as Commercial Director. The estate traces its historical provenance to Michelangelo Buonarroti, who owned it in the 16th century and reportedly sent Nittardi wine to Pope Paul III. The company remains privately held with no disclosed external investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity, and has no app, public API, or AI-related products in its technology footprint.

Name

Nittardi

Legal name

Nittardi

Website

https://www.nittardi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Nittardi is a family-run organic winery in Tuscany producing premium Chianti Classico and Maremma wines, olive oil, and grappa for wine enthusiasts, trade professionals, and on-site hospitality guests through direct sales, global distributors, and estate-based wine experiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Italian Wines

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wine Grape Vineyard Operations (Varietal/AVA Practices, Yield & Quality Targets) (AFAGAJAJ), Wine Retail (Bottle Shops & Wine Merchants) (CRANABAB), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

Keywords

• Organic winery
• Chianti Classico
• Italian wines
• Wine hospitality
• Wine club

Headquarters

HQ city

Castellina In Chianti

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Wine Sales: Direct sales of wines including Chianti Classico, Maremma wines, olive oil, and grappa through the Wine Club and website. Minimum order of 6 bottles with shipping to EU, UK, Norway, Switzerland, and USA.
2. Hospitality Services: Revenue from rental apartments on the estate, winery visits with tastings available in Italian, English, German and French, and food and wine experiences for private and company events
3. Wine Club Membership: Wine Club members receive advantages including being informed first about special events, exclusive offers and early access to new releases

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Nittardi is a family-run organic winery producing a portfolio of premium wines from its Chianti Classico and Maremma estates in Tuscany, including single-vineyard Chianti Classico, Gran Selezione, and Maremma blends, alongside extra virgin olive oil and grappa. The winery sells directly to consumers through its Wine Club and website, reaches markets through a global distributor network, and offers on-site hospitality including restored estate apartments, winery tours, and food and wine experiences.

Product overview

Nittardi is a family-run organic winery producing a portfolio of wines, olive oil, and grappa. The wine portfolio centers on Chianti Classico wines from Castellina in Chianti (Casanuova di Nittardi, Belcanto, Nittardi Gran Selezione) and Maremma wines (Ad Astra, Nectar Dei, CAB, BEN, Cosmo). Products include olive oil (Oliva di Nittardi) and grappa. Hospitality offerings include five restored apartments, winery visits, and food & wine experiences. The winery maintains an art tradition since 1981, with annual artist-designed labels for Casanuova di Nittardi, and features a sculpture garden. A Wine Club offers members early access and exclusive offers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Casanuova di Nittardi Vigna Doghessa Chianti Classico DOCG from the single vineyard Vigna Doghessa in Castellina in Chianti. 100% Sangiovese, aged 14 months in used French oak barrels. Features annual artist-designed labels since 1981 and is the flagship wine carrying the estate's artist-label tradition.
• Belcanto Chianti Classico DOCG blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% indigenous varieties (Canaiolo, Colorino, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, Mammolo, Foglia Tonda, Pugnitello). Medium-bodied with grippy tannins.
• Nittardi Gran Selezione Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG from Vigna Alta at 500m elevation. 100% Sangiovese from limestone (Alberese) and schist (Galestro) soils. Aged 28 months in 500L oak barrels (80% French, 20% Austrian), 6 months in concrete, and 12 months in bottle.
• Ad Astra D.O.C. Maremma Toscana blend of Sangiovese 50%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%, Merlot 20%, Cabernet Franc 5%, and secret varietals 5%. Awarded Tre Bicchieri by Gambero Rosso.
• Nectar Dei Super-premium D.O.C. Maremma Toscana cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Petit Verdot 20%, Merlot 15%, and secret varietals 5%. Named after the estate's ancient name from an 1183 document. Aged 24 months in French barrique plus 6 months in concrete.
• CAB 100% Cabernet Sauvignon IGT Toscana from the Mongibello delle Mandorlaie estate in Southern Maremma. The name means 'Caelum ad Beata' (towards the blessed sky). Aged 16 months in 500L barrels with 10% new oak.
• BEN D.O.C. Maremma Toscana white or rosé wine with intensive bouquet of fresh fruit, hints of citrus, mineral and sparkling freshness. Medium-bodied and balanced.
• Cosmo Premium white wine IGT Toscana crafted from 100% Roussanne. First vintage 2023 from vines planted in 2014. Name from Greek meaning 'order, harmony, beauty'. Aged 8 months in acacia and oak wood barrels.
• Oliva di Nittardi Extra virgin olive oil cuvée of Moraiolo, Correggiolo, and Frantoio olives. Elegant and fruity with notes of yellow apples.
• Grappa di Nittardi Grappa with outstanding elegance, well-balanced floral and fruit aromas, and fine traces of vanilla.
• Nittardi Apartments Five restored apartments in historic stone houses on the estate: Studio Cimabue (30m², 2 guests), Piero della Francesca (60m², 2 guests), Bronzino (50m², 2 guests), Marrina (110m², 4-6 guests), Vasari (140m², 4-6 guests), and Torre di Michelangelo (120m², 4-6 guests). Used for hospitality stays and events.
• Nittardi Wine Club Membership program offering early access to new releases, exclusive offers, and being informed first about special events and new wines.
• Winery Visits and Food & Wine Experiences Hospitality offerings including guided tours available in Italian, English, German, and French; private lunches; and gourmet food and wine experiences at the estate.

Quantifiable outcome

• Casanuova di Nittardi 2020 rated best Chianti Classico by Falstaff
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Consorzio Chianti ClassicocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNittardi participates under the Consorzio Chianti Classico booth at Wine Paris, supporting the consortium's promotional activities while benefiting from collective marketing at major European wine fairs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Badia a Coltibuono: Family-run Chianti Classico estate in Tuscany with similar boutique scale, organic/biodynamic practices, and traditional winemaking focus. Comparable family stewardship and premium positioning make it one of the closest direct comparables.
• Castello di Ama: Chianti Classico estate in the heart of the region with similar boutique production scale and strong critical reputation. Comparable premium positioning with international distribution focus.
• Rocca delle Macìe: Family-owned Chianti Classico producer with similar scale, multi-product portfolio, and direct-to-consumer sales approach. Comparable traditional winemaking with modern distribution.
• Isole e Olena: Boutique Chianti Classico producer with similar emphasis on single-vineyard Sangiovese, critical acclaim, and traditional production methods. Highly comparable in scale and quality positioning.
• Fèlsina: Chianti Classico estate known for premium Sangiovese production with strong critical ratings and international distribution. Similar premium positioning in the Chianti Classico category.
• Querciabella: Premium Tuscan wine producer with strong organic and biodynamic certification credentials. Comparable sustainability focus and premium positioning in Chianti Classico.
• Tenuta San Guido: Producer of Sassicaia, one of Italy's most prestigious wines from Bolgheri. Comparable in terms of premium Tuscan positioning, family ownership, and strong critical reputation, though larger scale.
• Planeta: Family-run premium Italian wine producer with sustainability focus, multiple regional estates, hospitality offerings, and international distribution. Similar diversified premium positioning and family stewardship.

Broad incumbents

• Antinori: One of the largest and most historic Tuscan wine producers (Tignanello, Solaia), operating across multiple estates and price tiers. Represents the broader incumbent scale that Nittardi competes against in the premium Italian wine space.
• Marchesi de' Frescobaldi: Major Tuscan wine producer with multiple estates across regions including Chianti Classico and Maremma. Similar dual-region presence to Nittardi but at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/nittardi
• Facebookfacebook.com/nittardiwinery
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nittardi

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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