Proprietor
Cirillo Contardi
Proprietor, Agronomist and Oenologist, Podere Bignolino
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Portrait of Cirillo Contardi
i. Biography
The Climb
After the work is done in the vineyard and cellar, Cirillo Contardi’s role at Podere Bignolino sits at the intersection of agronomy and oenology, with Pinot Nero as the grape that anchors the estate’s line of work.
Today
At Podere Bignolino in Montalto Pavese, the winemaking brief is straightforward: Cirillo Contardi handles the estate’s wine work in a setting defined by Pinot Nero.
Career - Winemaker — Podere Bignolino, Montalto Pavese, Italy
Signature
Among the named wines tied to Cirillo Contardi’s work is Pinot Nero Cruasé 2011.
Recognition
Pinot Nero Cruasé 2011 is the named wine associated with his work at Podere Bignolino. From 1994.
FAQ What is Cirillo Contardi's current role? Cirillo Contardi is Winemaker. What is Cirillo Contardi known for? Pinot Nero.
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