Andrea Lonardi is the Operations Director for Bertani Domains, where he oversees the viticulture, winemaking and marketing teams for each of the wineries under the Bertani Domains umbrella, including Val di Suga. His philosophy is centered on implementing progressive techniques guided by extensive experience, allied with a deeply felt respect for tradition.

A dynamic and influential young winemaker, Andrea is a graduate of University of Bologna with a degree in Agrarian Sciences. He began his career in the wine business working in wineries in France and California.

Upon returning to Italy, Andrea joined a leading Italian wine producer in their marketing department and later as their Director of Viticulture. In 2012, Andrea joined Bertani Domains, a new joint venture focused on producing wines with a clear sense of place and an innovative approach.

In Val di Suga his everyday commitment focuses on the diversity of Sangiovese, in order to highlight the differences of this grape variety, that is sensitive and reacts to its different terroirs, in the unique territory of Montalcino.