The small estate of La Dama seems steeped in the long history of Valpolicella. Some of their vineyards are 50 years old; they cultivate historic grape varieties and hold firmly to values of organic farming and production, wild yeast fermentation and open-air drying for the fruit destined for Amarone and Recioto wines. At the same time, La Dama is a new project of a new generation. Gabriele and Miriam Dalcanale met in university in Padua, and found they shared a dream to produce great Valpolicella wines. With their families’ support, they have built a team that has brought La Dama into a well-respected group of small producers in the region.