Marziano Abbona is one of the leading producers in Dogliani, and, according to Gambero Rosso, “widely esteemed both at home and abroad” for “impeccably crafted” wines. The estate was founded by the Abbona family in the early 20th century, passing from one generation to the next. In 1964 the brothers Marziano and Enrico took over and turned the family farm, which had previously made small amounts of wine, into a viticultural operation dedicated solely to winemaking. In 1964 the brothers bottled their first Dolcettos for commercial sales. In the 1980s the brothers expanded and purchased prestigious vineyards in Novello and Monforte d’Alba, now important Barolo regions. Enrico died in 1999, but Marziano and his daughter Mara continue to run the business, along with Mara’s daughter Chiara. Today the estate owns 128 acres including some of the most renowned cru parcels in Langhe. They produce Barolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, several white wines and a sparkling wine. With the death of Enrico, the estate has changed its name simply to Marziano Abbona.