Viticulture in this area dates back to Roman times, as documented by Pliny the Elder in Naturalis Historia, where he describes the distinctive character of grapes grown in the marshlands surrounding Padua. Despite frequent flooding from the Adige and Retrone rivers, centuries of alluvial deposits enriched the soils, making them particularly fertile and highly valued.

From the 9th century onward, Benedictine monasteries played a central role in shaping the landscape through extensive land reclamation and water management works. Their efforts transformed the territory into a well-drained and productive agricultural system, organised into large estates where wine became the second most important crop after wheat.

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Following the Napoleonic suppression of monastic orders, these lands passed into private ownership, leading to further agricultural development and the introduction of international grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet, and Chardonnay, which proved well suited to the area. Today, this centuries-old viticultural tradition continues through the commitment of private and cooperative wineries, combining historical knowledge with modern agronomic and winemaking practices.