17/03/2026
Meet Poderi Cellario
Fausto and Cinzia Cellario are third generation winemakers based in Carrù, a small village on the western edge of the Langhe. Their work is deeply rooted in local tradition, with a clear commitment to preserving the identity of Piedmont through native grape varieties and honest farming.
The family farms around 13 hectares across three vineyard sites in the southern Langhe, alongside a few hazelnut trees. Among these parcels, their vineyards in Dogliani stand out as particularly special, and it is here that their passion for Dolcetto truly comes to life. If there is one grape that defines their work, it is Dolcetto.
In the vineyard, everything is farmed organically and without irrigation. The focus is on healthy soils and balanced vines, with all grapes harvested by hand in small crates.
In the cellar, the approach remains just as thoughtful and minimal. Fermentations happen spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, the wines are neither fined nor filtered, and sulfur is used sparingly, or not at all, only when absolutely necessary. Aging takes place in large neutral oak barrels, concrete tanks or raw amphora, depending on what best suits each wine.
Alongside Dolcetto, the Cellarios work with a wide range of local varieties including Barbera, Nebbiolo, Favorita, Nascetta, Grignolino and even a few rare, nearly forgotten grapes.
The result is a lineup of wines that feel pure, vibrant and deeply personal. Wines made with intention, rooted in tradition, and ultimately, exactly what they themselves love to drink.