Founded by Gianni Masciarelli in 1981, the winery started with a bold vision: to elevate the wines of Abruzzo from rustic anonymity to world-class refinement. During a trip to Croatia in search of oak barrels, Gianni met Marina Cvetić, who would become both his wife and his powerhouse winemaking partner. Her impact is unmissable: fierce, elegant wines that speak of tradition through a modern lens.
When Gianni passed away unexpectedly in 2008, Miriam was just 18. She seamlessly stepped into leadership alongside her mother, guided by academic rigor (studies in Economics and Wine Marketing) and a heartfelt devotion to extending her family’s legacy. Today, she fosters international partnerships and also orchestrates the immersive wine tourism experiences at their restored 17th-century wine resort, Castello di Semivicoli.