Network and

Partnerships

No organism lives in isolation. Agricola da Schio is at the heart of a dense network of relationships: scientific partners, stewards of the land, artisans of flavour, artists and institutions with whom we are shaping a regenerative future.

Scientific Research & Environmental Sustainability

Some of the organizations we work with to study the soil, monitor biodiversity, and certify our impact on the planet.

  • University of Padua: Our main scientific partner for the agronomic study and monitoring of the benefits of agroforestry in our vineyard.
  • Etifor Srl Società Benefit: A spin-off of the University of Padua with which we design and quantify the positive impacts of our agricultural and forestry systems on biodiversity.
  • WOW Nature: The initiative through which we support reforestation and the enhancement of the green areas in our local region.
  • Suolo Vivente (Social Promotion Association): An association of which we are founding partners, with which we test regenerative agricultural practices that support the microbiological vitality of the soil and promote them among farmers.
  • Venetian Cluster: An innovation cluster dedicated to the sustainable protection and enhancement of Veneto’s cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Sus-Soil (Horizon Europe Project): A European research project on the health of agricultural soils in which we are actively involved as a pilot farm and technical consultants.
  • BioAgriCert: A control and certification body authorized by the Ministry, through which we guarantee the full compliance of our grapes and cultivation methods with European Union regulations on organic production (EU Reg. 2018/848). A seal of transparency for those who choose our natural wines.
  • …® (F…): The international certification that confirms our environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically sustainable forest management. Within our agroforestry ecosystem, we apply …® standards for ecosystem services, ensuring the protection of biodiversity and the proper management of trees, hedgerows, and woodlands integrated into our vineyards.

Guardians of the Earth & Fellow Winegrowers

Our partner farms, fellow producers, and professionals with whom we exchange knowledge, grapes, and agronomic visions in the pursuit of natural wine and rural excellence.

  • Agricola Pettorina: An educational and multifunctional farm in the Polesine area, a hub for educational projects and the source of the artisanal cured meats available at our shop in Vicenza.
  • Tenuta Do Leoni: A winery with which we collaborate on local projects aimed at protecting biodiversity and promoting PIWI wine production.
  • Tenuta l’Armonia: A visionary winery with which we exchange ideas and collaborate on natural winemaking and the contemporary enhancement of our vineyards.
  • Loggia Dal Lago: A local Bed&Breakfast and farm with which we share a commitment to caring for the land and work together to promote local hospitality and artisanal products.
  • Fattoria Le Vegre: A historic local winery with which we collaborate on vineyard projects, tastings, and the promotion of the identity of local wine.
  • Agriturismo Marani: A local benchmark for hospitality and the production of Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Colli Berici, available at our shop in Vicenza.
  • Agricola San Bonifacio: A fellow farm with which we create synergies to promote the culture of regenerative agricultural practices, with particular emphasis on agroforestry and organic farming.

Many other partners support us on this journey of research and local promotion, including Alessandro Pesavento’s farm, Fattoria dei Gelsi, Corte Arano in Val d’Illasi…

Culture, Art & Local Area

Those who give voice to our family history, protect Vicenza’s heritage, and help us explore the local area, both above and below the surface.

  • Palazzo da Schio, Ca’ d’Oro: Our historic residence in the heart of Vicenza, a treasure trove of art, the place where our bottles are aged, and home to our shop.
  • Clara da Schio (Tour Guide): A strategic collaboration for the creation of itineraries, events, and exclusive guided tours that combine the culture of the local area with tastings of our artisanal wines.
  • Angela Albera and Carlo Stratta: The Vicenza-based artists whose beautiful watercolours feature on the signature labels of our wines.
  • Marco Zorzanello: The documentary photographer who captures the visual soul of our bottles.
  • Italia Nostra – Vicenza Section: An association with which we collaborate to protect and enhance the local historical, artistic, and natural heritage, and of which we are a sponsor.
  • Club Speleologico Proteo: A speleological exploration and research group with which we collaborate to study and promote the extraordinary karst and underground heritage of our hills, and which is entrusted with the care and protection of the beautiful Hermitage of San Cassiano.
  • Municipality of Vicenza: Our institutional partner for the patronage and promotion of cultural and tourism-related activities connected to our city.

Hospitality & Local Cuisine

The local restaurants and shops that have chosen our wines and with which we create synergistic food and wine experiences.

  • Il Granaio di Eva e Nadia: A food shop and culinary workshop of excellence with which we collaborate to raise awareness among our local community about sustainable, seasonal, locally sourced, and zero-kilometre agricultural production.
  • Silene Bio Bottega e Cucina: A business dedicated to organic and local food and wine, with which we collaborate to promote organic eating.
  • Distillati Palladium: An artisan distiller with whom we collaborate to promote the local area through a premium gin inspired by the architecture of the Venetian Villas.
  • Agristile: Our technical partner for advanced agronomic consultancy aimed at designing experiential journeys connected to the world of wine and local flowers.
  • Goto de Vin: Our cultural partner dedicated to sharing the direct experience and beauty of authentic, terroir-driven wines in the Venice Lagoon.
  • Time2Marketing and EVA BOLD: Communication and website.