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Piergiorgio Castellani Jr
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The Path
Wine production at Castellani Wines in Pontedera, Italy has been his remit since 2008, where Piergiorgio Castellani Jr works as co-owner and winemaker. The role sits on a simple premise: make wine that can stand on its own, regardless of what the map says about where it comes from.
The Work Today
At Castellani Wines, the work remains centered on production and ownership in Pontedera, Italy. Piergiorgio Castellani Jr frames the project in direct terms: a vineyard can be planted outside the usual reference points and still aim at serious wine, with Super Staten Island Red as the stated signature.
Signature
The signature wine attached to Piergiorgio Castellani Jr is Super Staten Island Red.
In Their Words “Despite what people think, Staten Island can be a good place to produce excellent wine.” “We will produce not a Tuscan wine, but a Super Staten Island Red.”
Acclaim
The principal recognition attached to his name is the current title itself: co-owner and winemaker.
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What is Piergiorgio Castellani Jr best known for today?
He is best known today as co-owner and winemaker at Castellani Wines in Pontedera, Italy.
Where does Piergiorgio Castellani Jr work?
Co-owner and winemaker at Castellani Wines.
Where is Castellani Wines based?
Pontedera, Italy.
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