In the heart of Salento, where viticulture is an integral part of the region’s history and identity, Vivai Schito passionately and expertly carries on a tradition that combines agricultural experience with innovation. Among its most valued products are vine seedlings: young plants that serve as the starting point for every quality vineyard. Carefully cultivated and meticulously selected, Vivai Schito’s vine seedlings are the true treasure of the company.
Origin and Value of Vine Seedlings
Each vine seedling is the result of a careful and controlled process, beginning with the selection of the most suitable cuttings and rootstocks. The goal is to produce strong, healthy, and resilient plants, capable of adapting to the climate and soil of Salento, as well as other regions of Italy. The cultivated varieties include both native grapes—such as Negroamaro, Primitivo, and Malvasia Nera—and premium varieties appreciated worldwide.
The strength of Vivai Schito lies in its ability to combine tradition and innovation. On one hand, there is the experience passed down over the years in the selection and care of plants; on the other, the use of modern techniques for grafting, health monitoring, and certification. This balance ensures a high-quality final product, ready to be planted and grow vigorously.
Native Vine Seedlings: A Heritage to Preserve
Vivai Schito is deeply connected to the Salento region and protects its plant biodiversity. The production of native vine seedlings is not just a commercial choice, but a cultural and environmental commitment. Each local vine tells a story: that of historic vineyards, the aromas of Salento wine, and the work of generations of farmers.
Through the selection and propagation of local varieties, the nursery helps preserve a unique genetic heritage that could otherwise be lost over time. Native vine seedlings thus represent a bridge between past and future, providing a tangible way to enhance the agricultural richness of the region.
Premium Varieties and Innovation
Alongside traditional varieties, Vivai Schito cultivates and offers vine seedlings of prestigious national and international grape varieties, selected for their productive and organoleptic qualities. This diversification allows for meeting the demands of modern viticulture, focused on quality and sustainability.
Each year, the nursery updates its production with new certified and monitored varieties, in collaboration with research institutions and organizations. The goal is to provide winemakers with practical tools to improve the quality of their vineyards, reduce environmental impact, and increase the longevity of the plants.
A Reference Point for Winemakers and Enthusiasts
Over the years, Vivai Schito has become a reference point for those looking to establish or renew a vineyard. Each customer is guided step by step: from selecting the most suitable variety, to supplying the vine seedlings, and providing advice on planting and management techniques. This personalized approach is one of the reasons why the nursery is today synonymous with quality and reliability.
Conclusion
Vivai Schito’s vine seedlings are a symbol of work that combines passion, expertise, and love for the land. Each plant embodies the story of a living tradition and the promise of a fertile future. Thanks to a constant commitment to research and the promotion of native varieties, the nursery continues to be a guardian and advocate of Salento’s viticultural heritage, helping vineyards—and dreams—grow across every corner of Italy.