Cantine Pellegrino

What Cantine Pellegrino does

Cantine Pellegrino (legal entity Carlo Pellegrino & C. S.p.A.) is a family-owned Sicilian winery founded in 1880 in Marsala and now in its sixth generation of family ownership. The company produces a portfolio spanning Marsala fortified wines (including DOC, Vergine Riserva, Superiore Riserva, and the limited Single Barrel program), Pantelleria wines from Zibibbo and Malvasia grapes, still red/white/rosé wines organized into CRU, Single Vineyard, Tenute di Famiglia, Extra-Ordinary, and Sensory collections, an organic TARENI line, grappa, and citrus liqueurs (Batò, Limoncello). Core production technology rests on traditional solera aging for Marsala, single 20hl oak-cask reserves, and organic/sustainable viticulture protocols certified under EMAS, ISO 14001:2015, BIO AGRICERT, SOStain Sicilia, VIVA, BRC Grade AA, and IFS (above 99%).

The company operates three IFS-certified production sites in Marsala (Via Paolo Pellegrino headquarters and Contrada Cardilla), Pantelleria (Contrada Cuddie Rosse), plus an enoteca and wine-tourism facility in Marsala (Via Battaglia delle Egadi), and draws on six family estates across western Sicily. The business model combines direct-to-consumer sales through shop.carlopellegrino.it and physical retail/tourism, B2B sales-led distribution via a dedicated Italian sales team (HORECA) and a dedicated export department serving international markets, event-driven acquisition through Vinitaly, Sicilia en Primeur, and the Marsala Jazz Festival, and a premium/luxury pricing tier anchored by limited numbered editions such as Single Barrel N°018 at €90 per bottle. Customers include wine enthusiasts and collectors, HORECA buyers, and wine tourists. The current President is Benedetto Renda, following the August 2024 passing of Honorary President Pietro Alagna.

Name

Cantine Pellegrino

Legal name

Carlo Pellegrino & C. S.p.A.

Website

https://carlopellegrino.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1880

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cantine Pellegrino is a sixth-generation, family-owned Sicilian winery founded in 1880 that produces Marsala and Pantelleria wines, still wines, grappa, and liqueurs, serving collectors, HORECA buyers, international distributors, and wine tourists via owned e-commerce, enoteca, export, and tourism channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours (THAJAGAD)

Keywords

• Sicilian wine production
• Marsala fortified wine
• Pantelleria wines
• Wine tourism experiences
• Organic viticulture

Headquarters

HQ city

Marsala

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wine Product Sales: Sale of wines across multiple categories including still wines (red, white, rosé), Marsala (fortified), Pantelleria wines (sweet/passito), and grappa. Products sold through direct e-commerce, enoteca, wholesale, and export channels.
2. Wine Tourism Experiences: Revenue from wine tourism activities including cellar tours, tasting experiences, and event hosting at facilities in Marsala and Pantelleria.
3. Limited Edition Collectible Wines: Sale of premium numbered limited editions like Single Barrel N°018 at €90 per bottle, targeting collectors and connoisseurs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cantine Pellegrino is a historic Sicilian winery founded in 1880 producing Marsala fortified wines, still wines, Pantelleria wines (Zibibbo/Malvasia), grappa, and liqueurs. The company operates six family estates across western Sicily and Pantelleria, with production facilities in Marsala, Cardilla, and Pantelleria. Beyond winemaking, the company offers wine tourism experiences, cellar tours, tastings, and private event spaces at its Marsala and Pantelleria locations.

Product overview

Cantine Pellegrino is a historic Sicilian winery founded in 1880, producing a comprehensive portfolio of wines from western Sicily and Pantelleria. The company operates as a single unified winery brand with diverse product lines spanning: CRU wines (ISESI, CAPOARSO, TRIPUDIUM, SENARÌA, TANAURPI, JUNCO) from premium vineyard designations; Single Vineyard wines (IL SALINARO, KELBI, GAZZEROTTA, RINAZZO); Tenute di Famiglia family estate wines (PASSIMORA, ULYSSE); Extra-Ordinary collection wines (GIBELÈ, DIANTHÀ, FINIMONDO, ALBARIA, TRAIMARI, ZEBO); Sensory wines (BIOSFERA, MATERICO); the organic TARENI line including Tareni Pantelleria (GIARDINO PANTESCO MOSCATO, GIARDINO PANTESCO PASSITO); Pantelleria wines (NES, GRAPPA DI NES, MALVASIA, ZIBIBBO); premium Marsala wines including the limited Single Barrel N°018, Vergine Riserva 2000, Superiore Riserva 1985, SOLERAS, UNCLE JOSEPH, OLD JOHN, and classic Marsala DOC selections; specialty liqueurs (BATÒ, LIMONCELLO); and hospitality services including wine tourism and event spaces. The winery maintains production facilities in Marsala, Pantelleria, and Cardilla.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ISESI A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• CAPOARSO A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• TRIPUDIUM A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• SENARÌA A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• TANAURPI A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• JUNCO A premium Sicilian wine from the CRU category, representing one of Cantine Pellegrino's estate wines.
• IL SALINARO A single vineyard wine representing a specific terroir within Cantine Pellegrino's holdings.
• KELBI A single vineyard wine representing a specific terroir within Cantine Pellegrino's holdings.
• GAZZEROTTA A single vineyard wine representing a specific terroir within Cantine Pellegrino's holdings.
• RINAZZO A single vineyard wine representing a specific terroir within Cantine Pellegrino's holdings.
• PASSIMORA A wine from the Family Estates collection, representing wines from Cantine Pellegrino's historic family vineyards.
• ULYSSE A wine from the Family Estates collection, with ties to the Etna region.
• GIBELÈ An extra-ordinary wine collection featuring distinctive Sicilian varietals.
• DIANTHÀ An extra-ordinary wine collection featuring distinctive Sicilian varietals, including a rosato variant.
• FINIMONDO An extra-ordinary wine collection featuring distinctive Sicilian varietals.
• ALBARIA An extra-ordinary wine collection featuring distinctive Sicilian varietals.
• TRAIMARI An extra-ordinary sparkling wine collection for summer occasions.
• ZEBO An extra-ordinary wine collection featuring distinctive Sicilian varietals.
• BIOSFERA A sensory-focused wine collection emphasizing unique tasting experiences.
• MATERICO A sensory-focused wine collection emphasizing unique tasting experiences.
• TARENI Organic Wine Line An organic wine line featuring single-varietal expressions including Chardonnay, Grillo, Inzolia, Nero d'Avola, Syrah, and Frappato, all certified organic.
• GIARDINO PANTESCO MOSCATO A Moscato wine from Pantelleria, part of the Tareni collection.
• GIARDINO PANTESCO PASSITO A passito (sweet wine) from Pantelleria, part of the Tareni collection.
• NES A premium wine from Pantelleria island, featuring Zibibbo grapes.
• GRAPPA DI NES A grappa spirit produced from the NES wine pomace.
• MALVASIA BIO Organic Malvasia wine from Pantelleria.
• ZIBIBBO BIO Organic Zibibbo wine from Pantelleria.
• N°018 SINGLE BARREL Limited edition Marsala Vergine Riserva DOC 2005, aged over 20 years in a single 20hl oak cask. Made from Grillo, Catarratto, and Inzolia grapes. A meditation wine pairing with 80% dark chocolate or cigars.
• VERGINE RISERVA 2000 Premium Marsala Vergine Riserva from the year 2000, recognized for its elegance and depth by international critics.
• SUPERIORE RISERVA 1985 Premium Marsala Superiore Riserva from 1985, recognized for great elegance and depth.
• SOLERAS Traditional Soleras system aged Marsala wine.
• UNCLE JOSEPH Marsala Superiore recognized in international tastings for its aromatic complexity.
• OLD JOHN Marsala Superiore Riserva 1998, recognized for its expressive character and balance.
• BIP BENJAMIN A Marsala wine in the collection.
• MARSALA FINE I.P. DOC Classic Marsala Fine I.P. DOC designation wine.
• MARSALA SUPERIORE GARIBALDI DOLCE DOC Sweet Marsala Superiore Garibaldi DOC.
• SUPERIORE OLD MARSALA DOC Classic Superiore Old Marsala DOC.
• BATÒ A citrus liqueur from Cantine Pellegrino's specialty collection.
• LIMONCELLO Classic Sicilian limoncello liqueur from Cantine Pellegrino.
• Wine Tourism (Enoturismo) Wine tourism experiences at the Marsala and Pantelleria locations, including cellar tours, tastings, and cultural experiences.
• Event Spaces (Spazi per Eventi) Rental of event spaces for private functions at the winery locations.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Whitaker HeirsminorOthersThe Whitaker heirs entrusted the Ingham-Whitaker archive, a patrimony of considerable historical interest, to Cantine Pellegrino. The archive is now housed at Cantine Pellegrino in Marsala.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Planeta: Leading Sicilian family winery with estates across multiple Sicilian terroirs and broad international distribution. Comparable in scale, family-business profile, multi-terroir strategy, and emphasis on sustainability and wine tourism.
• Cusumano: Sicilian family-owned winery with broad international export presence and modern premium positioning. Comparable in family ownership, Sicily-centric production, and export-led commercial model.
• Marco De Bartoli: Sicilian producer specializing in Marsala and Pantelleria passito wines with a strong natural/organic and artisanal positioning. Direct competitor in the Marsala and Pantelleria wine categories where Cantine Pellegrino is the legacy leader.
• Argiolas: Italian family winery (Sardinia) producing premium regional wines with multi-generational ownership. Comparable as a medium-sized Italian family winery focused on regional terroir and premium domestic and export markets.
• Donnafugata: Historic Sicilian family winery producing wines across western Sicily and Pantelleria with strong international distribution. Closely comparable in terms of family ownership, Sicily-focused terroir range, and export-led go-to-market.
• Tasca d'Almerita: Multi-generational Sicilian family winery with extensive estate holdings and a focus on indigenous Sicilian varieties. Comparable in heritage depth, family ownership structure, and premium positioning around Sicilian terroir.
• Cantine Florio: Historic Marsala wine producer based in Marsala, Sicily, owned by the Duca di Salaparuta group. The most direct competitor in the Marsala DOC category with comparable heritage and cellar infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• Casa Vinicola Zonin: Italian family-owned wine group with estates across multiple Italian regions and international distribution. Comparable in family ownership structure and Italian fine wine positioning, with broader multi-region scale.
• Marchesi Antinori: One of Italy's largest family wine groups with a multi-regional portfolio and global brand presence. Comparable in multi-generational family ownership and Italian premium wine positioning, though at a substantially larger scale.
• Marchesi Frescobaldi: Large Italian family wine group with multi-regional portfolio spanning Tuscany and beyond. Comparable as a long-standing Italian family-owned producer, though materially larger and broader in scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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