Torraccia del Piantavigna

The story and tradition of Alto Piemonte

Torraccia del Piantavigna began in the 1950s, when Pierino Piantavigna planted his first vineyard on the hills of Ghemme, near the Cavenago castle. The winery’s name comes from the “Torraccia,” a hill beloved by Pierino, and the old castle tower.

Today, Alessandro Francoli, Pierino’s grandson, leads the winery, producing modern wines while respecting local traditions. Located at the foot of Monte Rosa, the estate covers 40 hectares of native vineyards such as Nebbiolo and Vespolina, producing red, white, and rosé wines of high quality, including prestigious Ghemme and Gattinara D.O.C.G.

The unique terroir, with mineral-rich alluvial soils and a continental climate softened by the Monte Rosa breeze, creates structured and long-lived wines. Local viticulture traces back to the Celts and flourished under Roman rule. Today, the Francoli family combines passion, tradition, and innovation, with a strong commitment to the land, community, and environment.