Across 26 generations, the Antinori family has maintained their legacy, making them one of the oldest continuously family-owned companies globally.

We're huge fans of Tenuta di Argiano - easily some of the best value in Montalcino. We weren't surprised to see the 2018 awarded Wine Spectator's Wine of the Year in 2023! Organic.

Encompassing a rich history, an intimate connection to the land, and an unwavering commitment to crafting exceptional wines, the estate encapsulates the spirit of Montalcino.

Castiglion del Bosco was a founding member of the Brunello Consorzio in 1967 and is one of the most historic producers in the region. Owners Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo are on a roll and this estate is pushing further and further up the ranks.

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Cortonesi stands out as a pioneer in Montalcino's "single vineyard" Brunello. Shifting from a blend to two distinct wines in the 1990s, they capture the distinctiveness of their prime sites.

A family winery with roots dating back to 1859 in Piedmont's Langhe district, holds a significant place in Italian winemaking history. Angelo Gaja, who joined the company in 1961, is credited with pioneering techniques that have transformed winemaking in Italy.

Giodo is the solo venture of Carlo Ferrini, arguably Italy’s highest profile wine consultant, who works with San Leonardo, Siepi, and Castello di Romitorio, to name a few.

Founded in the early 1990s as a collaboration between the Frescobaldi family and Robert Mondavi, Tenuta Luce was established with the aim of exploring Montalcino’s potential beyond Sangiovese.

We've worked closely with this estate for years and it's been a pleasure to see them go from strength to strength, regularly numbering among the top estates of the vintage.

Inspired by her grandfather, Giuseppe Cencioni, a founding member of the Brunello di Montalcino Consorzio, Patrizia Cencioni opened her own winery and pioneered an entirely new agricultural approach to winemaking. We are permanently impressed with the results.

Founded by Francesco Illy (of the Illy coffee family) in the late 1990s, Podere le Ripi is a regular favourite at our Brunello Tastings and is pushing the boundaries in Montalcino. Organic & biodynamic.

Poggio Antico make a cracking estate Brunello that always emphasises the elegant side to Sangiovese. Organic.

A historic Brunello di Montalcino estate founded in the late 19th century by Lavinio Franceschi in Sant’Angelo in Colle, and a founding member of the Brunello Consortium, helping set the region’s quality standards.

Valdicava, a Tuscan estate that encapsulates the essence of Montalcino's rich viticultural heritage. Renowned wine critic Robert Parker himself lauds Valdicava, positioning it among the top echelon of Brunello di Montalcino producers.