History of Cantina Luca Gentile

Founded on February 2, 1960, by Luca Gentile, this winery began as a collaboration among 25 local farmers dedicated to promoting Puglia's unique grape varieties. Over the years, it has grown to include 400 members, sourcing grapes from 500 winegrowers in the surrounding municipalities. Today, Cantina Luca Gentile processes around 6 million kilograms of grapes annually, producing a diverse range of wines that reflect the region's rich heritage.

Unique Terroir of Puglia

The vineyards thrive in the Gioia del Colle DOC region, characterized by calcareous soil rich in minerals. This ideal terroir, combined with traditional espalier and albarello vine training methods, allows for the cultivation of exceptional Primitivo grapes. The best grapes are handpicked at peak ripeness and brought to the cellar, where skilled winemakers apply both modern techniques and time-honored traditions to create high-quality wines.

Winemaking Techniques

At Cantina Luca Gentile, meticulous care is taken at every stage of the winemaking process. Manual harvesting ensures that only the finest grapes are selected. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled cement vats, while aging takes place in small oak barrels, allowing the wines to develop their unique character. The winery produces a variety of wines, including red, white, rosé, and specialty collections such as Superior, Talents, Classic, and 100 Berries.

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antonio spinelli
January 2, 2020
Are you looking for a good wine .... this is the right place! The wine is excellent and genuine, the staff even more so .... it couldn't be otherwise. Congratulations to the president and all the guys at Cantina GENTILE ... and to the work of the members who believe in their work!!! Hello, happy new year to everyone!
Raoul Isselhard
June 14, 2023
We‘ve visited the winery rather spontaneously and got a lovely tour in Italian language and a little tasting! Nicola was very nice and gave us some further tips for our trip. Thank you so much!
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Location

Location Via Grumo Appula, 1, Cassano Delle Murge, 70020, Italy

Region

Gioia del Colle, Puglia, Italy

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Red Wine
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Rose Wine
Orange Wine
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Sweet Wine
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Spirits

Grape varieties

Primitivo Gioia Del Colle Dop

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Anu Lazar
Reviewed on February 16, 2025

On February 2, 1960, a group of 25 farmers coordinated by Dr. Luca Gentile decided to join a cooperative with the aim of valorising local grapes. Thus was born, in an area close to the Murgia of Bari, the Cantina Sociale di Cassano Murge, now named after its founder and far-sighted president for over thirty years. Currently the factory which stands on an area of ​​8,000 m2. approximately, it also welcomes grapes from neighboring municipalities from approximately 500 wine-growing members, has a processing potential of 6,000,000 kg of grapes and a wine storage capacity of liters. 5,450,000. The wines produced are the result of a commitment that starts from the winemaking members who follow the vine in all phases of growth, giving it expert and constant care up to the manual harvest. The grapes arriving in the cellar at the right ripeness are carefully vinified with the help of expert oenologists using modern and innovative techniques but respecting ancient traditions. Absolutely recommended!

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WALTER CORGNALE
Reviewed on June 27, 2023

Good wines... I have been a customer for years but since the last year the prices have almost doubled..... even with the promos now a bottle of grava costs around 9.50 euros... in 2021 I paid 6.50 .

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Raoul Isselhard
Reviewed on June 14, 2023

We‘ve visited the winery rather spontaneously and got a lovely tour in Italian language and a little tasting! Nicola was very nice and gave us some further tips for our trip. Thank you so much!

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marco telera
Reviewed on October 24, 2021

A wonderful experience that we recommend to everyone. Thanks to Michele's passion we visited the cellar and its ancient instruments. We tasted the musts taken directly from the barrels and then many wines, tasting the typical products (oil, cured meats, cheeses, olives, taralli). Michele explained to us perfectly how to select and taste a wine. The wines from this cellar are truly high quality. The 100 grapes and the Rossani are among the best. An experience that I highly recommend to everyone. Keep going. We will visit you as soon as possible. Special thanks again to Michele.

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Donato Romano
Reviewed on May 25, 2020

A fine wine made from a variety of local grape varieties, produced just a few kilometers away by a company with a long tradition. An excellent price per liter considering the quality of the final product.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cantina Luca Gentile

Where is Cantina Luca Gentile located?

Cantina Luca Gentile is located in Gioia del Colle, Italy

What type of wines does Cantina Luca Gentile produce?

Cantina Luca Gentile produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Orange Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine, Spirits.

What grape varieties do they plant at Cantina Luca Gentile?

At Cantina Luca Gentile, they cultivate Primitivo Gioia Del Colle Dop.

What languages do they speak at the Cantina Luca Gentile?

At Cantina Luca Gentile they speak English, Italian.

Do they produce organic wines at Cantina Luca Gentile?

No, Cantina Luca Gentile is not an organic wine producer.