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!

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.

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.

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.

Owned and run by the Ripaccioli family for 56 years, this rising star practices classic Montalcino traditionalism with a minimalist approach to winemaking, producing quintessential Brunello on a small scale in the north on Montosoli hill.

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.

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.

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.

In 2005 Simone and his family established Cava d’Onice, a tribute to a nearby Etruscan onyx quarry. This is very much a family affair and an estate to watch closely.

One of Tuscany’s most famous estates and the first Brunello to join the Bordeaux-based negociant system of La Place, Poggio Antico occupies an enviable spot to the south of Montalcino.

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.