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9.00 → 12.30
14.30 → 18.30
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The story of Malabaila begins in Canale, from the meeting of two families and a bond shaped over time, among vineyards and shared daily life.
Everything originates at the Castle of Canale, where a fraternal friendship was born — one destined to evolve into a project that has grown generation after generation, keeping in the name Malabaila a reference to the original plot of land where it all began.
Today, Lucrezia Carrega Malabaila, together with Valerio Alfredo Falletti and their respective families, carry this journey forward with a contemporary perspective.
Since 2022, this story has been enriched with a new language. The world of art has become part of Malabaila wines through Lucrezia’s watercolours, featured on the back labels: images that interpret the soul of each wine, capturing its characteristics, inspirations, and the stories connected to the vineyards.
Within the pages of this register lies a memory shaped by gestures, seasons, and work. A story written by hand, spanning time and continuing to live on today, harvest after harvest
A sign that marks the beginning of a journey. Here the encounter with Malabaila begins, where landscape, history, and wines come together to tell the story of Roero through a contemporary lens
Hand-carved into the rock, this cave is one of the most evocative spaces of the winery. Here, the wine rests in silence. During the visit, guests can walk through it and experience an authentic piece of history up close
A story that
begins in 1362
in Canale
An ancient family of bankers and traders moved to the Roero hills, where they bought the castle of Canale and began producing wine.
It can be said, in short, that the Malabaila di Canale agricultural farm is one of the oldest in Piedmont.
The origin of their wine production is in fact traced back to the second half of the fourteenth century, precisely to the year 1362, during which the Malabaila bought the first "land suitable for becoming a vineyard".
The family, an ancient family of bankers and traders, moved just a century earlier from Asti to Canale and in 1512 took possession of the castle in the centre of the town, enlarging it and turning it into a noble residence.
Over the years, this structure also became the headquarters of the operational winery: it is here that the wine is made and the barrels are left to rest.
In 2004 it was decided to move all the production to the new Pradvaj winery (Piedmontese term which means tool), a completely renovated ancient residence, located right in the centre of the owned vineyards.
Today, the owners of the company are Lucrezia Carrega Malabaila, a direct descendant of the family, and Alfredo Falletti, the company’s historic winemaker.
The Wines
The wines produced by the Malabaila company aim to be the full expression of the territory
Each Malabaila wine begins with a clear choice: the vineyard. There are no shortcuts, only soil, exposure, and daily work, largely done by hand.
In the vineyard, the natural rhythm of the vine is followed without forcing it, guiding each phase with care and consistency.
In the cellar, the same approach applies: measured interventions, respect for timing, and a production method deeply rooted in tradition.
Every step is designed to preserve the identity of the grape, without unnecessary layers, allowing the wine to find its own form.
One vineyard, one wine. Each label is the expression of a precise place, without compromise. Surrounding it, the landscape remains an integral part of this balance: ancient woodlands, more extensive than the vineyards themselves, safeguard biodiversity and define a context that is not adapted to production, but respected.
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He leads the production, working alongside Lucrezia in the decisions that shape the winery’s identity
Wine begins here: from the soil, even before the vine. The sandy soils of Roero, preserved and respected, define identity and character. In every bottle, a direct connection to the material from which everything begins
A direct descendant of the historic family, she now leads the Malabaila winery together with Alfredo
Experiences
Depending upon requests, the visit can be carried out in various ways.
The winery visit is a simple and authentic journey, designed to enter the Malabaila world without filters.
You move through the production areas, discover the steps that shape the wine, and arrive where time truly slows down, among caves, barrels, glasses, and bottles.
Visitors are welcomed by the people who live and work in the winery every day. A direct, informal encounter that offers insight into the production philosophy, the choices, and the details that make the difference, sharing the wine in the very place where it is born.
Each experience can be tailored to individual interests and available time. The journey concludes with a tasting, accompanied by artisanal products, a moment that is not just about tasting, but a continuation of the story.
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Through her watercolours, Lucrezia translates wine into form and colour. A gesture that has become part of Malabaila’s identity, giving visual expression to what each label conveys: territory, character, and impressions rooted in the vineyard
A wine that does not seek effects. It begins in the vineyard, follows its own rhythm, and reaches the glass without compromise. A clear identity, rooted in the land and in the time needed to truly express itself
Vineyards and woodlands alternate in a landscape still untouched, crossed by paths and trails that invite exploration. Malabaila is also a starting point for those who love to walk, get lost in nature, and rediscover the land step by step
Prices & Services
Visit the Malabaila winery to dive into the ancient history of Roero enology
Profiles of sand and A look to the past
Profiles of Sand
Fresh and dynamic expressions of the Roero’s sandy soils: full tour with a tasting of 3 wines
€20.00 per person
A Look to the Past
A short journey from the exuberance of youth to full maturity: full tour with a tasting of 3 wines + 1 premium vintage wine
€25.00 per person
Paired with a selection of artisanal baked goods.
With an additional €4.00 per person, a platter of cured meats and cheeses.
Perlage of Roero and Vintage Nuances
Perlage of Roero
All the facets of an extraordinary territory: full tour with a tasting of 3 wines + Traditional Method sparkling wine + Premium vintage vine
€29.00 per person
Vintage Nuances
A tribute to the versatility and longevity of Nebbiolo: Traditional Method (Nebbiolo base), Roero DOCG “Bric Volta”, 2 Roero DOCG Riserva “Castelletto” from older vintages
€50.00 per person
Paired with a selection of artisanal baked goods.
With an additional €4.00 per person, a platter of cured meats and cheeses.
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