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Cantine Sava is a family-run winery on the southern slope of Mount Etna, in Contrada Salùci, Belpasso, CAtania at 750 metres above sea level.
When restoration work began on the old palmento, the stones started telling their own story. Beneath layers of lime, a symbol emerged: a cross carved into the rock, intertwined with the phases of the moon. Archives confirmed what the land had long kept silent: these grounds once produced sacred wine, consecrated for Eucharistic celebrations. Who carved that symbol, and why beside the moon, remains unanswered. Some questions belong to the volcano.
The 1790 palmento and the 1791 catonian press have been restored using their original materials, stone by stone. They are not a museum. They are the living entrance to every visit.
The wines grow from alberello-trained vines rooted in volcanic sand rich in potassium and iron. Three labels, all Etna DOC: Salùci Etna Rosso DOC 2022 and 2023, a 100% Nerello Mascalese aged in Slavonian oak, and Salùci Etna Bianco DOC 2024, a 100% Carricante vinified in steel to capture every mineral note the volcanic soil can give.
Visits take place at weekends in small groups. An AIS-certified sommelier leads the experience: a walk through the vineyards, a descent into the natural lava cave where the wines rest in geological silence, a tour of the historic palmento, and a guided tasting paired with local charcuterie, cheeses, and the estate's own organic Nocellara dell'Etna olive oil.
No buses. No crowds. Just the volcano, the family, and the wine.
Provincial Road 120, 95032 Belpasso Catania, Italy
Check out verified reviews from visitors who've enjoyed their time at Cantine Sava.
Write a reviewGorgeous location, perfect for special events. We celebrated a birthday and were welcomed with professionalism, kindness, and great availability. Every detail was taken care of with attention. A super positive experience! ♥️♥️♥️
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I entrusted the Cantine Sava team to celebrate the birthday of a loved one. The very sweet Stefania immediately made herself available for everything. My family and I were delighted and will definitely return to Cantine Sava to celebrate our events. The location is enchanting: a completely renovated old winery, a large outdoor terrace to enjoy the fresh air and the Etna sun, and a breathtaking view all the way to the sea. What more could you ask for? There's a family atmosphere, but nothing is left to chance; every detail is taken care of. A real gem? The large window inside the winery with a panoramic view of the vineyard 😍 The winery's wine is TOP!!!
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A wonderful location, a perfect blend of nature and history. We took a relaxing stroll through the vineyards, followed by a visit to the beautiful palmento, a historic winery. Our visit concluded with an excellent tasting of the winery's wines. The palmento is also ideal for hosting any type of event. I highly recommend this place; the owners are extremely helpful.
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I went to Cantine Sava for a tasting. It was a truly wonderful experience. The location was charming and welcoming, and the wine was excellent! Highly recommended.
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Event venue in the province of Catania, specifically in the Belpasso area. We celebrated our son's first birthday here. The room was fantastic, and the owners, the Sava family, were very accommodating. All our guests were thrilled to discover this venue. We will definitely be back.
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