One family, one land, one passion

An Unbreakable Bond Between Family and Puglia

Roots in the 1950s: Grandpa Giovanni's Legacy

The story of the Cellars of Joy has its roots in a distant era, in the 1950s, when time was marked by the rhythm of the seasons and the work in the vineyards. It all began with Grandfather John, which with artisan dedication produced a Primitivo wine With an intense ruby red color, a faithful reflection of the generous land in the Gioia del Colle area. Those vineyards, cultivated on our estate with the wisdom of those who listen to nature, still represent our starting point today: a legacy of ancient practices and uncompromising quality.

An Unbreakable Bond Between Family and Puglia

Roots in the 1950s: Grandpa Giovanni's Legacy

The story of the Cellars of Joy has its roots in a distant era, in the 1950s, when time was marked by the rhythm of the seasons and the work in the vineyards. It all began with Grandfather Giovanni, who with artisanal dedication produced a Primitivo wine With an intense ruby red color, it faithfully reflects the generous Cellamare land. Those vineyards, cultivated on our estate with the wisdom of those who listen to nature, still represent our starting point today: a legacy of ancient practices and uncompromising quality.

Passion and Evolution: 1998 and the Vision of Giovanni and Angelo Antonio

The passion for family tradition hasn't remained stagnant in the past, but has become the driving force of constant evolution. Driven by this fire, the winery has grown over time thanks to the brothers. Giovanni and Angelo Antonio, is now under the expert guidance of Giovanni, expert winemaker, guardian of quality and manufacturing excellence;

From this synergy, in 1998, the CELLARS OF JOYWhat began as a family dream has become a reality, where wine production becomes a social gathering and a cultural testament to Puglia's excellence around the world. We offer more than just a bottle, but a piece of our family's history.

Our winery is located in a unique geographical context.

For us, Puglia is an "Ancient Land," a mosaic of natural beauty ranging from pristine beaches to crystal-clear waters, through lush forests, ancient caves, and protected areas. We are in the heart of the Terra di Bari area, a unique territory where vineyards and nature coexist in perfect harmony. Here, between 250 and 350 meters above sea level, the calcareous soils give our wines minerality, freshness, and aromatic complexity. It is this "Ancient Land" that gives character and identity to each of our labels.

The historic cellar

The winery is located in Cellamare, just 12 km from the capital of Puglia – Bari, in the heart of the historic center dominated by the Clock Tower and the Caracciolo Baronial Castle. The town was once a summer residence for the archbishops of Bari and took its Latin name of "Cella Amoris," depicted on the Cellamare Tower's coat of arms. It is where Cantine Di Gioia drew inspiration for its selection of wines. wines Villa Amoris.

The winery's structure dates back to 1972, a veritable labyrinth dedicated to winemaking. With more than 80 concrete tanks built 7 meters underground, ready to receive the grapes and create the new vintage's wine. Some of our tanks can hold up to 100 quintals of grapes!

Since 1998 the Di Gioia family The historic cellar has been maintained and renovated, still using the precious concrete vats today, an ideal material for preserving and maturing wine, preserving the freshness and vivacity of the grapes, enhancing their natural aromas and flavors.

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