Scaia is the modern, innovative label created by Tenuta Sant’Antonio, the acclaimed family-owned winery founded by the Castagnedi brothers in Colognola ai Colli, Veneto, between the historic wine regions of Soave and Valpolicella. Introduced in 1991, Scaia was developed to showcase a fresher, more contemporary expression of Veneto wines while remaining firmly rooted in the family’s winemaking heritage. The name “Scaia” refers to the local dialect word for fragments of the region’s white limestone rocks, a direct nod to the unique terroir that shapes the wines.

The vineyards are located in the rolling hills east of Verona, where a mix of limestone, volcanic, and clay-rich soils provides excellent drainage and mineral complexity. The area benefits from warm Mediterranean influences balanced by cooler air flowing down from the Lessini Mountains, creating ideal conditions for preserving freshness and aromatic intensity. Scaia is known for working with both traditional local grapes such as Garganega and Corvina as well as international varieties including Chardonnay and Merlot, crafting wines that combine regional identity with broad consumer appeal.