Bivongi DOC

About the wine

The Bivongi DOC, established in the province of Reggio Calabria and extending into the province of Catanzaro, represents a historic viticultural area rooted in the ancient traditions of Magna Graecia. The appellation covers a range of styles including red, white, rosato, novello, and a structured Riserva. The red wines are typically crafted from a blend of Gaglioppo, Greco Nero, Nocera, Calabrese, and Castiglione, resulting in wines that are dry, harmonious, and often fruity. The white wines rely on a blend of Greco Bianco, Guardavalle, Montonico Bianco, Malvasia Bianca, and Ansonica. The production zone is characterized by hilly and sub-hilly terrain along the Ionian coast and the Stilaro valley, where the combination of sandy, conglomerate soils and a Mediterranean climate creates a distinct terroir. Bivongi wines are known for their balanced structure and moderate alcohol, reflecting a long-standing local commitment to producing wines that pair elegantly with food rather than overpowering it.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area spans the administrative territories of Bivongi, Camini, Caulonia, Monasterace, Pazzano, Placanica, Riace, Stignano, and Stilo in the province of Reggio Calabria, and the municipality of Guardavalle in the province of Catanzaro. The zone is situated on the eastern slopes of the Serre mountains, extending from the Ionian coastline into the hilly and sub-hilly inland areas of the Stilaro valley.