Our Journey

For centuries our families have kept manicured vineyards and made estate wines in Northern Italy. Now, the tradition continues in Northern Alabama with an artisan, micro-farm winery opening in May 2025.

Tom had a dream to one day open a winery—and that dream has come to fruition. He is joined by his wife, Bev, who has also studied the art of winemaking and played a pivotal role in founding our winery. La Famiglia reflects both passion and expertise. Tom, the visionary behind La Famiglia, brings over 45 years of experience in the wine industry. A seasoned enologist and viticulturist, he has established multiple vineyards throughout his career. Today, La Famiglia’s vineyards thrive in the rich terroir of North Alabama, specifically in Toney and Harvest, where the unique climate and soil elevate the character of our grapes.

Our specialty at La Famiglia is vintage estate grown native American and European hybrids to appeal to all wine drinkers from the wine enthusiast to the novice. Our grapes are profiles for all styles of wine, from very dry to sweet dessert.

We invite you to visit with us at La Famiglia and taste some of Alabama’s finest estate wines. Situated at the northern edge of the Rocket City, with a view of the Appalachian Foothills, you can immerse in nature surrounded by rich farmland, lush grapevines, and fruit.

Tom & Bev