Azelia - Castiglione Falletto - Barolo

The history of Azelia begins in 1920, when Cavalier Lorenzo Scavino began vinifying grapes from his family's own vineyards in Castiglione Falletto. In the 1930s, his son Alfonso Scavino began bottling the first wines under the Azelia name. Today, Luigi and his son Lorenzo (fourth and fifth generations) continue the family tradition, respecting the past while also allowing room for subtle innovation.

The name Azelia refers to a once-common wildflower in the Langhe region, now extinct. The peacock on the label is a nostalgic tribute: peacocks once roamed the farm. The family is related to other well-known wineries in the region, such as Paolo Scavino and Cavallotto.

Vineyard locations
Azelia manages approximately 16 hectares of vineyards in the municipalities of Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba. The vineyards have two distinct terroirs: sandy soils in Castiglione (finesse, aroma) and calcareous, clay, and loamy soils in Serralunga (power, tannin). The main crus are Bricco Fiasco, Bricco Voghera, Margheria, San Rocco, Cerretta, and Monprivato—each with its own distinct characteristics.

Grapes and Vinification
The standard Barolo DOCG is made with 100% Nebbiolo, sourced from various plots in Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba. Fermentation is prolonged (55-60 days) with submerged skins, followed by aging in large Slavonian or French oak barrels (25-50 hl).

Sustainability & Vineyard Management
Azelia applies practical organic practices: integrated disease management, soil analysis every two years, the use of organic fertilizers only when necessary, and mulching with intercropping to promote root depth and quality. Indigenous fermentation is used in the cellar, and the wines are bottled unfiltered and unfined, without artificial coloring or other additives.

Wines & Quality
Azelia combines classic elegance with modern refinement: the wines display finesse and perfume as well as power and depth. Their products are praised as "under-the-radar gems," offering excellent value.

Conclusion
Azelia is a captivating family winery operating in the Langhe region for five generations. With a care for terroir, respect for tradition, and a subtle openness to modernity, Luigi and Lorenzo Scavino craft wines that offer perfect balance: elegance, structural depth, and drinkability. The combination of old grapes, biodynamic techniques, and craftsmanship produces top-notch Barolo wines with character—often at surprisingly reasonable prices.