ROMAGNA'S SAN VALENTINO WINERY BRINGS ITALY'S FIRST NO-SULFITES-ADDED SANGIOVESE TO THE U.S.

ROMAGNA'S SAN VALENTINO WINERY BRINGS ITALY'S FIRST NO-SULFITES-ADDED SANGIOVESE TO THE U.S. News provided by Monsieur Touton Selection Jan 08, 2026, 09:10 ET Share this article Share to X Share this article Share to X San Valentino debuts FLOOWERS, a Sangiovese Superiore made with CHESTWINE®, the all-natural chestnut flower extract that replaces sulfites — now available in the U.S. through Monsieur Touton Selection. NEW YORK , Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Azienda Agricola San Valentino , the acclaimed organic winery on the Adriatic Coast in Emilia-Romagna, proudly announces the U.S. debut of FLOOWERS , a groundbreaking Rimini DOC Sangiovese Superiore made without added sulfites . This is the first Italian wine producer to enter the U.S. market with a no-sulfites-added Sangiovese, paving the way for sustainability and innovation in this category. Continue Reading FLOOWERS, a Rimini DOC Sangiovese Superiore made without added sulfites. " We wanted to challenge convention without losing touch with our roots, " said Roberto Mascarin , founder of San Valentino. " With FLOOWERS, we continue our journey of natural viticulture, proving that innovation can be an act of respect — for the land, for time, and for those who drink our wines. " Crafted from 100% organically-grown Sangiovese grapes , FLOOWERS is vinified in steel to preserve purity and freshness. During the vinification and the aging, the wine is protected by CHESTWINE® — an all-natural extract derived from chestnut flowers (Castanea sativa) — instead of chemical preservatives. Developed by researchers at the Polytechnic Institute of Bragança in Portugal, CHESTWINE® protects against oxidation and bacterial contamination while maintaining the wine's natural color, aromatic integrity, and structure, which are often diminished with the use of sulfites. " For U.S. consumers, FLOOWERS represents access to something revolutionary yet authentic — a terroir-driven Italian wine made with cutting-edge natural technology, " said Enrico Farello , Italian Portfolio Director at Touton Selections Ltd. " As health-conscious drinking trends grow, no-sulfites-added wines like this offer a bridge between science and craftsmanship, bringing new life to a category ready for rediscovery. " The name FLOOWERS carries layered meaning — it celebrates both the purity and vitality of the flower and the infinite connection between nature, love, and humanity, represented by the intertwined double " o " on the logo. A blooming chestnut tree stands above a couple walking hand-in-hand, another poetic symbol of renewal and harmony on the label. CHESTWINE® is a patented innovation and a model of circular economy . By transforming an agricultural by-product — chestnut flowers — into a protective extract, it reduces waste while enhancing the wine's natural defenses. Research has shown that wines treated with CHESTWINE® demonstrate greater aromatic expression and stability compared to those made with traditional sulfites. This advancement aligns with San Valentino's long-standing commitment to organic and sustainable viticulture . Founded in the 1990s by Roberto Mascarin , the 15-hectare estate overlooks the Adriatic Sea and is known for small, artisanal wine production that reflects the minerality of Rimini's clay-limestone soils. San Valentino has been fully certified organic since 2009. Nowadays, the company is guided by consulting winemaker Andrea Lupi . At the end of 2022, entrepreneur Gianluca Marchetti joined Mascarin in leading the winery, ushering in a new era of growth and innovation. FLOOWERS marks a continuation of this path — an emblem of mindful experimentation rooted in family tradition. FLOOWERS is distributed in the U.S. by Touton Selection, Ltd , with limited availability in Italy. About Azienda Agricola San Valentino Founded in 1997 in the rolling hills of Rimini, San Valentino is an organic family-run winery producing elegant, terroir-driven wines that express the spirit of Romagna. The estate's vineyards — facing south and southwest — benefit from abundant sunlight and sea breezes from the Adriatic, yielding Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and Rebola grapes cultivated under organic certification. Every bottle reflects San Valentino's philosophy: to make wine as an act of love and respect for nature . www.vinisanvalentino.com About Monsieur Touton Selection, LTD Founded in 1983, Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd. is a leading importer and distributor of fine wines and spirits across the U.S., representing a curated portfolio of international estates that combine authenticity, innovation, and excellence. www.mtouton.com Asset links: Tech sheet Bottle shot Winery photos PRESS CONTACT Morgana Germanetto Colangelo & Partners [email protected] SOURCE Monsieur Touton Selection 21 % more press release views with Request a Demo × Modal title