CANTINA VALPOLICELLA NEGRAR: FRANCESCA MARASTONI APPOINTED SALES MANAGER
Negrar (VR), XXXX – The Board of Directors of Cantina Valpolicella Negrar announces the appointment of Francesca Marastoni as Sales Manager.
“The appointment of Francesca Marastoni as Sales Manager,” says Chairman Giampaolo Brunelli, “confirms the winery’s desire to promote solid skills and strategic vision. We are confident that her experience and sensitivity to the markets will be an added value in tackling future challenges with determination. Thanks to her training, her professional experience in the sector and her in-depth knowledge of our company, Francesca is a concrete example of the winery’s desire to invest in its internal resources: people who enjoy the trust of the members and who can guarantee continuity and competence to accompany the new course undertaken by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar.” The choice comes at the end of a complex selection process, conducted both inside and outside the company, with the aim of identifying the most suitable person to lead the sales department in a strategic phase of development and consolidation.
“Francesca has been part of the Cantina Valpolicella Negrar team since 2014 and, over the years, we have worked closely together,” says Daniele Accordini, General Manager. “I was delighted to learn that the recruitment company identified her as the ideal candidate for this position. I am confident that Francesca, with her professionalism, in-depth knowledge of the market and the sector, and her strong personality, will be able to interpret the new dynamics of the commercial sector in the best possible way.”
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar would like to express its heartfelt thanks to Eva Maria Vanajas for her commitment, dedication and professionalism throughout her time with the company. We wish her all the best for a professional future full of satisfaction and success. With this appointment, Cantina Valpolicella Negrar confirms its focus on resource development and strategic growth, laying the foundations for further strengthening its presence on national and international markets.
SHORT BIO OF FRANCESCA MARASTONI
Born in Verona, Francesca Marastoni has extensive experience in the wine sector and international trade. She graduated in Political Science from the University of Padua and furthered her education with specialist training in enology (WSET – Wine and Spirit Educational Trust) and an AIS sommelier diploma. After gaining significant experience in Veronese wineries, she joined Cantina Valpolicella Negrar in 2014 as Key Account Manager, with responsibility for the Northern European and UK markets and the winery’s direct sales outlets. Over the years, she has looked after international clients, developed new products and attended key trade fairs such as Prowein and Vinitaly, gaining in-depth knowledge of business dynamics and the global wine sector.
VALPOLICELLA NEGRAR WINERY
Founded in 1933 by seven winegrowers driven by the resolve to protect their craft during fragile times, the winery has remained steadfast in its mission: to safeguard the land, champion its identity, and uphold its excellence. Today, it accounts for approximately 10% of the entire Amarone Classico appellation, reflecting its pivotal role in the history of Valpolicella.
Cantina Valpolicella Negrar is the living legacy of a collective history—one that has been renewed daily since 1933 through the commitment of 245 winegrowers and a leadership capable of navigating change without ever losing sight of its roots. With over 140 hectares of certified organic vineyards, an annual production exceeding 8 million bottles, and a presence in 62 countries, Cantina Valpolicella Negrar stands today as one of the most authoritative and respected voices on the Italian wine scene.