Biondi Azienda Agricola
Azienda vinicola a Trecastagni

Stef and Ciro were fantastic hosts, the tour of the vineyard was great and the wine was delicious. Definitely want to come again.

Visiting Biondi Winery in Sicily was the unforgettable highlight of our trip to Italy. It came highly recommended by a friend from the Bay Area and a sommelier in Rome. Steph quickly responded to my last-minute What’s App request and was able to accommodate us same day for a private tasting and tour. Ciro shared the history of his family’s vineyard as we walked through their vineyard. The experience was made even more enjoyable by the presence of their adorable and friendly dogs! The tour concluded with a delicious spread of snacks and a tasting. Steph and Ciro's warmth, kindness, and genuine hospitality made the visit truly special. Their passion for winemaking and hospitality was evident, making this experience a dream come true for us. Biondi Winery was the highlight of our Italian adventure, and we wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone visiting Sicily. To top it off, Steph and Ciro provided us with excellent dining recommendations for Taormina and Palermo, enhancing our trip even further!

Amazing experience and definitely one of the most memorable we had during our trip to Sicily. Highly recommended to everyone who plans to visit sicily. You will enjoy a tasty wine, warm welcoming by the hosts Stef and Ciro and a very authentic experience.

Amazing Experience!

Stef and Ciro amazed us with their hospitality and also the history of the vineyard. They also suggested superb local tips. And the highlight for us was the tour of their vineyard along with their 4 gentle bull mastiffs. I’d strongly recommend this to every person visiting Sicily. Lovely hosts and great vibes all round.

Cantina unica visitata alcuni anni fa con un amico, Maurizio, che purtroppo non c'è più.

Ho avuto il piacere di fare diverse degustazioni in giro per l’Italia in questi anni, ma quella che Stephanie e Ciro, presso l’azienda agricola di famiglia “Biondi”, sono riusciti a realizzare è andata ben oltre le aspettative. Parto dalla cosa più “semplice”: il vino. Ora, il vino è quanto più di soggettivo possa esistere al mondo d’oggi. Per me, che sono un semplice appassionato ed “entusiasta” (non certo un esperto), si tratta di un prodotto ben fatto, la cui qualità emerge non solo al palato, ma in ogni singolo momento della degustazione. Il vino prodotto dalla famiglia Biondi è ottimo, ma soprattutto è parte integrante del territorio. E’ un prodotto della nostra Etna e, con la massima umiltà, penso di poter dire che si tratti di una tipologia di Etna DOC diversa dalle altre (specie per quel che riguarda “Pianta” e “Cisterna Fuori”, due delle bottiglie che più ho apprezzato). Il vino, però, non è tutto. Anzi, forse è “solo” il risultato dell’amore, della passione e dell’impegno che Stephanie e Ciro ci mettono. Quel che più mi rimarrà impresso è la piacevole visita alla vigna, nonché la chiacchierata di oltre due ore fatta insieme a loro. Una degustazione che è diventata storia, aneddoti, racconti, fatti vissuti tramandati. Una vera e propria lezione della realtà vitivinicola etnea. Entrare a contatto con chi ha avuto la possibilità di conoscere i grandi dell’enologia italiana è già di per sé meraviglioso. Poterne ascoltare i racconti, carpire ogni dettaglio e scoprire anche qualche chicca non a tutti nota è a tutti gli effetti un privilegio. Ora: qualsiasi cantina abbia visitato effettua degustazioni di gruppi più o meno grandi. Dopo la visita ti fanno sedere, ti fanno assaggiare i vini e (chi più e chi meno) ti raccontano quel che c’è dietro la bottiglia. Per oltre due ore, invece, Stephanie e Ciro si sono dedicati soltanto a me e alla mia compagna. Quel che a qualcuno potrebbe sembrare come un azzardo in termini di “business” (perché dedicare 2 ore di tempo a 2 persone quando gli altri ne dedicano la metà per almeno il triplo della gente?), è sicuramente un valore aggiunto IMMENSO (e ci tengo a scriverlo a lettere maiuscole) in termini di accoglienza, cura del dettaglio, del cliente, ma soprattutto in termini di umanità. Dedicare il proprio tempo alle persone mentre si presenta il proprio prodotto dovrebbe essere l’ABC di ogni azienda. Ecco, se c’è qualcosa che porterò dentro di me (oltre alla bontà del vino, sia chiaro) è un’esperienza diversa dal solito, sicuramente più umana, sicuramente più sincera, sicuramente più bella. E per questo non finirò di ringraziarvi e augurarvi il meglio per il presente e il futuro della vostra cantina!

I had the pleasure of visiting BIONDI winery recently and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The owners are truly passionate about their craft and their dedication shows in every aspect of the winery. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and made to feel like valued guests. The atmosphere of the tasting room was inviting, with breathtaking views of the vineyards. The wine selection was exquisite, offering a wide range of flavors that pleased our palates. Overall, BIONDI winery exceeded our expectations and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable wine tasting experience with welcoming hosts.

I visited with friends and family back in December 2022 and still think of Biondi often. The lovely couple who own it are kind and welcoming beyond measure, we felt like family during our visit. And the dogs are so sweet! The rich history, beautiful vineyard and sensational wine make this wine tasting experience intimate and unforgettable. We had half of a case of wine shipped home to Columbus, Ohio, USA and it was the best idea ever! I highly recommend and can't wait to come back!

We had a great time learning the history, exploring the vineyard, meeting the adorable dogs, and of course tasting the wine! Stephanie was so knowledgeable and welcoming, it was one of our favorite wine tastings we've had in Sicily. We look forward to coming back!

What an incredible experience! The highlight of our Etna wine trip! The history of the vineyard, the family, and Ciro and Steph’s journey with this place gives the incredible wine they produce even more depth and authenticity. If you visit only one Etna vineyard, visit this one!

beautiful place of craft \ great to see san nicolo vines

Il bianco più profumato e gradevole che abbia mai bevuto. Ed io che pensavo di non amare il vino bianco. Un pomeriggio in giro per le vigne in compagnia di un ottimo padrone di casa e dei suoi splendidi cagnoni. Degustazione gradevolissima.

Excellent wine, hospitality. A family winery with passionate people. In my opinion, feels better than the huge wineries where we feel like the product. Definately worth the trip!

The most lovely , generous and kind wine tour we ever had. Might book another flight to Sicily just to visit them again :) Highly recommend.

Ciro and Stef were beyond welcoming. They showed us all around their vineyard followed by their three bull mastiffs. They then let us taste all their wines along with local cheeses and antipasti. They told us all about how they make wine as well as loads of local recommendations. We had a really lovely chat with them. Their wine is delicious, I will definitely be buying more bottles. I couldn’t recommend this enough.

Nice day out at the winery and vineyard. Very personal tour and tasting with just us and the owners. The wine was very nice and all from their own vineyard. It was amazing how different hillsides produced very different wines even from the same grapes! They served light snacks with the wine tasting, and Stef even brought out some gluten free bread for me. Stef was very easy to coordinate with over WhatsApp and she set up a round-trip driver for us from Catania.

Wonderful trip. The family owners were very informative and the wine and foods were delicious. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Thank you for your kindness, all the explanation and the fantastic wines. Those visits make unforgettable memories. I will send you an update when we had the 2016 :)

Stephanie and Ciro were amazing hosts! We toured their vineyard while hearing fascinating facts about its history, and sat down for a delicious wine tasting with the two of them and their lovely dogs. They also sent us a few recommendations of things to do in the area, which was much appreciated. Thanks again!

Amazing place, exquisite wines and brilliant hosts.

This vineyard experience is amazing, the property has a very cool view on the Etna and the sea, the grapes are grown in a very traditional way. Ciro and Steph are amazing hosts, they gave us a tour and sat down with us to explain all about the wine and region. If you’re looking for an intimate wine tasting experience with a great atmosphere this is it!!

We had a great time and tested some truly amazing wines. Highly recommend to visit Biondi .Stephanie and Ciro were great hosts . As a bonus you get to meet their lovely dogs ! Thank you you for great introduction to Etna wines !

The winery was beautiful, the wines were tasty, and best of all we got to to hang out with the charming and gracious wine makers Stephanie and Ciro (as well as their dogs….). Highly recommended.

Excellent wine tour!!!! Lovely dogs and beautiful wines!!!!

We had the most wonderful experience with Stephanie and Ciro when we took a tour of their vineyard! This was our first trip to Italy and this was one of the best things we did while we were there. We loved every minute of it…from the tour of the property, the family history, learning about the different varietals they produce, the intimate wine tasting with their amazing wines, delicious charcuterie and their sweet dogs making us feel right at home! I would highly recommend booking a tour if you are near their vineyard! Stephanie and Ciro were fabulous hosts and I certainly hope we make it back to see them again!

Ciro, Stephanie, and their four gentle Mastiffs are amazing hosts! We came for the wine but left with new friends and a new appreciation for the art of wine making. Do not hesitate to book this vineyard tour if you want an authentic, beautiful experience in great company. We will be back!

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My husband (and our two toddlers!) enjoyed a wonderful afternoon exploring the vineyards, learning of the winemaking techniques and being charmed by the location and lovely hosts in a tasting of their wines. Very much recommend if you are in the area visiting.

This place was amazing. It was the best wine tasting experience I've ever had. It was just our group, which made it very private and intimate. Stef answered all of our questions and educated us on the region. The wine was absolutely delicious, we bought several bottles to take with us. And the views were so gorgeous as well!