La Chertosa Wines Supports the Sonoma International Film Festival with Exclusive Wine Donations
March 7, 2025 (Sonoma, CA) — La Chertosa Wines is excited to announce they have partnered with the Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) for this year’s celebration of film and culture. As part of La Chertosa’s commitment to supporting local arts and the community, they are proud to donate two of their finest wines to the festival.
La Chertosa Wines will be contributing their award-winning Eye of the Swan™ Aleatico Rosé, which garnered a Gold Medal in last year’s SIFF wine competition and recently won a Double Gold Medal at the 2025 San Francisco Chronicle International Wine Competition. This exquisite rosé, known for its elegant flavors and crisp finish, is a testament to their dedication to producing high-quality wines.
In addition to the Eye of the Swan™, they are also donating their Reserve Superior Barbera, named The Winemaker Remembrance™. This flagship wine is crafted in honor of Sam Sebastiani’s grandfather, Samuele Sebastiani, who built the historic Sebastiani Theatre in 1933. The Winemaker Remembrance™ Barbera reflects their deep roots in the Sonoma Valley and their commitment to preserving the rich heritage of winemaking.
La Chertosa Wines and SIFF represent the epitome of exclusivity and excellence. The partnership brings together the finest in winemaking and cinema, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for attendees. Together, they create a symphony of taste and cinematic brilliance that is truly unparalleled.
Join in at the Sonoma International Film Festival to celebrate the art of filmmaking and the joy of fine wine. Together, raise a glass to creativity, community, and the enduring spirit of the Sonoma Valley.
La Chertosa Wines was founded by Sam Sebastiani in 2007. It features Italian varietal wines grown exclusively in the red-soil vineyards of the Sonoma Valley. The wines embody the tradition and passion of their family, and they are thrilled to share them with the film festival’s attendees. To learn more about SIFF or La Chertosa Wines, please visit their websites at: www.sonomafilmfest.org and www.lachertosawines.com.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to support the Sonoma International Film Festival,” confirmed Sam Sebastiani. “Our history with the Sebastiani Theatre is truly the perfect pairing.”
La Chertosa derives its name from the magnificent 14th-century monastery located in the Tuscan valley of Farneta, near Lucca, Italy, where the Sebastiani family’s roots originated. It was in this lovely setting that Sam’s grandfather, Samuele Sebastiani, learned the art of winemaking from the monks, embracing the “Old World” style. In 1895, Samuele journeyed to Sonoma and discovered that it bore a striking resemblance to distant Farneta with its mild Mediterranean climate, mineral-rich red soils, and gently rolling hills. He established Sebastiani Winery, one of California’s earliest wineries, utilizing the traditional techniques passed down by the winemaking monks of Farneta. The monks’ motto, “The cross is steady while the world is turning,” resonates in Samuele’s legacy, which Sam continues to honor through the crafting of La Chertosa wines in Sonoma.
