Presentation
Despite the ever increasing number of people able to understand and recognize
wines of great quality, little is still known about the
role of the wine producer, who strives to defend the traditions of his region.
In fact, the cultivation of a vineyard does not “only” mean to be concerned with the production, the efficiency, and the income of the vineyard, but it also requires placing emphasis on safeguarding nature, to conserve, not only the family traditions, but also the life-style of the villages where the pace is much slower, compared to that of life in a large or medium-sized town.
This proposal offers wine-lovers an opportunity to familiarize themselves
with the wine growing environment of good wines, getting to know the producers
and their vineyards as well as their personal histories which make up an
integral part of this ancient and fascinating world.
The participants who pay an acceptance fee will not only
be given a name tag, bearing their name, which will be placed on
the variety of vine chosen but will also be entitled to receive the following:
- a certificate testifying their status of vignaiolo ad honorem; (honorary wine cultivator);
- constant up-dating concerning the seasons of the vine;
- products from the adopted vine;
- a personalized invitation to the annual event of “cantine aperte”.(when the cellars are open to the public).
The vignaioli ad honorem and their friends will be able to take
part in some of the phases of the cultivation and production of the wine
in the winery of their choice when the adoption takes place.
The town councils which make up the North East Territory are happy to receive
you for a real ‘ full immersion’ in the traditions of
good wine. Also the wine producing companies who are involved in
the project also offer organic products which are already greatly appreciated
by an international clientele. Both public institutions and private enterprises
in the north-east region propose an. “adoption contract” presented
in a clear and simple way, which complies with the law to avoid any misunderstanding
which might arise between the people interested in the venture and the wine
producers who are proposing this venture.
Good wine is a product of both the history and traditions of a race of
people. Through the venture of “Adopt a vine” Become a vigniaiolo”(a vine cultivator) even the most hardened of people would find it thrilling
to announce “I own a vine in Friuli”, as well
as having the satisfaction of not only showing but also tasting its fruits.!
