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MODESTO, Calif. — E.&J. Gallo Winery has agreed to purchase the Asti Winery, one of Sonoma County’s oldest and largest wineries.
E.&J. Gallo Winery has agreed to purchase the Asti Winery, one of Sonoma County’s oldest and largest wineries.
Located in the northern part of the Alexander Valley, the Asti Winery was established in 1881 by Italian immigrant Andrea Sbarboro. Known then as Italian Swiss Colony, Asti Winery was communally owned by many local families, producing a variety of wines from numerous local vineyards. Currently the Asti Winery spans more than 500 acres with a winery facility capable of crushing 35,000 tons of grapes.
Gallo already owns 12 wineries strategically located in wine regions throughout California and Washington, and this latest purchase, according to the company, allows it to have a larger presence in Sonoma County.
The purchase includes the Souverain brand, which produces premium Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
