Located between the sea and the mountains in Tuscany, Montalcino’s Mediterranean climate makes it the ideal home for the Sangiovese grape, source of the famous Brunello di Montalcino. Passed down from generation to generation, these vines have remained exclusively in the hands of Montalcino families, making it next to impossible for outsiders to gain a foothold. As a member of The Vines, you will be one of the fortunate few.
THE TERROIR
WINEMAKING IN MONTALCINO
Here we partner with three great Tuscan wine experts. Giacomo Neri of Casanova di Neri is the latest-generation Brunello superstar famous for creating five different wines awarded a perfect score of 100. Andrea Polidoro of the tiny Cupano estate is known for his soulful and inspiring Brunellos. And Roberto Cipresso is a master at blending the Tuscan varietals into Super Tuscans under his own label, as well as founder of the famous La Fiorita estate.
With access to some of the world’s finest Sangiovese grapes, Vines members can make fabulous quality Brunello di Montalcino wine, and they can also take advantage of the myriad local varietals to create the Super Tuscan blends that originated here.
TUSCAN CULTURE
When not making wine, we’ll comb the Tuscan forests for truffles, taste vintages from other top producers and learn to make ragu with local chefs. We’ll enjoy an al fresco lunch at a beautiful long table at the historical Sesti estate, and an Apero along the ancient walls of Pienza as we watch the Tuscan sun set. Then we’ll go on a hike and take in the rolling hills, venturing where no cars go.
