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Corinna + Margot celebrating Spring in the vineyard

Team

A small but mighty Tuscan Crew

Margot Stone “Pietra” Bowen Founder

Transported from Chicago to Tuscany. The spark behind the scenes at Ultima Pietra—navigating, with a smile, the endless Italian administrative challenges necessary to run the farm. A dedicated biodynamic Tuscan farmer and certified Olive Oil Sommelier.

Marco Nespolo Fearless Leader

Marco’s experience, leadership, enthusiasm and dedication are unparalleled. He is truly the guy who keeps our little podere (farm) running.

Giovanni Stella Vino Virtuoso

Too humble to write his own bio—our inspiration in the vineyard and cellar, philosopher-in-residence and guiding star. We love the way Gio thinks about farming and wine and just keep learning from him.

Corinna Banti Estate Manager & Winemaker

Born in the steep hills of Chianti, Corinna is the heart and soul behind Ultima Pietra. A founding team member, she expertly oversees every aspect of the Estate, bringing passion and precision to every bottle. When she's not crafting exceptional wines, you can find her sharing her love for wine with guests.  Passionate about winemaking, Corinna earned a degree in viticulture and enology with special expertise in sustainability.

Edoardo Ermini Cellar Master & Winemaker

Leader of the transformation of grapes into Ultima Pietra wines. Raised in the heart of Valdarno, a passionate winemaker who has traveled the world to hone his skills. Can often be found under, inside and on top of the tanks to be sure every glass of Ultima Pietra wines speak Tuscan. 

Peppino Luche Vineyard Capo

Thanks to Peppino’s 40 years of Tuscan vineyard experience, we could not be in better hands. Drives a John Deere tractor like a Ferrari—and our professor in the vineyard.  Truly our grape whisperer.

Hidayat Ullah Vineyard Specialist

Knows all 16,000 plants in the vineyard. Experienced, dedicated and always willing to go the extra mile (or kilometer).

Group photo of the Ultima Pietra team
Margot Stone Bowen in front of wine bottles
Vineyard dogs Coco, a chocolate labrador and Peanut, a yellow labrador

Our guardians of the vineyard, Coco & Peanut