love at first sight
y i r s t r e c i o n o v i s i t i n g R a i t o
overlooking the beautiful coast of Vietri sul Mare, was love at first sight – the kind of passion that turns your life around and irrevocably changes it. Thus, in 2001 I found myself owning more than two hectares/ six acres of half-abandoned land. I rolled up my sleeves and started working to restore the site, endeavoring to fully respect both the landscape and the environment.
I learned that in the past the property had been known as “St. Vito ad Torcle” (from the Latin “torculum”: wine press) and that there was an ancient and particular vocation for the production of grapes and citrus fruits.
After consulting with expert enologists and agronomists, I decided to plant a very special vineyard, as I wanted to produce a wine of high quality that would express all the fragrances and flavors that envelope this land that is constantly kissed by the sun.
"Where the welkin / sea-bound is engrafted, / horizons transmute into fruitful / rows of grapevines; / and each gaze / Is a harvest."
Lorena Turri
Vietri Coast
h e V i l l g e
The “Aglianico” and “Piedirosso” grapevines, part of the “DOC Costa d’Amalfi” appellation area, are cultivated on guyot and pergola vine training systems, throughout a terraced planting method, typical on the coast.
The “Aglianico” and “Piedirosso” grapevines, part of the “DOC Costa d’Amalfi” appellation area, are cultivated on guyot and pergola vine training systems, throughout a terraced planting method, typical on the coast.
Raito is a neighborhood of Vietri sul Mare, first town on the Amalfi coast; its luxuriant sun-swathed seabound terraces were safeguarded by farmers and seafarers since time immemorial. Medieval convalescents were sent here to breathe fresh air, sunbathe, eat well, and recover.
sustainability
i n d f u l n s s o f t h e E n v i r e t
Le Vigne di Raito, few kilometers east of Salerno, in Vietri sul Mare, Amalfi coast, is an organic-certified (ICEA – National Environmental Institute) agritourism farm. Surrounded by the typical Mediterranean vegetation, it is also a haven for the local microfauna.
experiences
Let's Get Together!
Book a visit to the winery to experience first-hand the magical atmosphere of the hill, try our home-cooked farm produce and cuisine,and taste our best wines. Perfect for a family trip, your anniversary, or any social event…
