About the producer
Perched approximately 400 meters above sea level in Monsanto, within the municipality of Barberino Val d'Elsa, lies Quercia al Poggio. Owned by the Rossi family, this expansive 100-hectare estate is a sanctuary for organic viticulture and olive cultivation, nestled amidst pristine woodland. At its heart, a quaint nineteenth-century farming settlement once hosted Vallombrosan monks from nearby Badia a Passignano. In 1997, Michela and Vittorio revitalized the winery, meticulously replanting fifteen hectares of vineyards and modernizing cellar operations. Their thoughtful approach included integrating mid-sized oak vessels to enhance the essence of Sangiovese and other local grape varieties.
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The hillside vineyards offer breathtaking views, with half facing north towards Barberino Val d'Elsa and the other half towards Castellina in the south. With a diverse soil composition and strategic geological positioning, optimal sunlight and humidity levels are ensured. Moreover, the surrounding woodland fosters a favorable microclimate, ideal for cultivating premium grape varieties on this esteemed estate.
In the Vineyard
Organic biodynamic practices
Sustainable
Total area under vine
15 hectares
Location of vineyards
Monsanto, within the municipality of Barberino Tavarnelle, Chianti Classico
Soil details
Limestone and clay soil with sections of schist and calcareous-clay galestro
Grapes
Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera del Chianti, Ciliegiolo, Canaiolo and Colorino
In the Cellar
Winemaker
Winemaking, enology and cellar team - Vittorio Rossi, Maurizio Castelli, Luca Felicioni and then Niccolò Chiari
Yeast utilized
Pied de cuve with indigenous yeast
Filtration stabilization
No filtration, natural stabilization
Fermentation & aging vessels
Fermentation in concrete, aging in tonneaux and large oak cask
Additional notes
Winemaking style
"All of our hard work, carried out with love, dedication and passion, comes to fruition when we open our barrels of wine and reach the end of a fascinating process that perfectly encapsulates our way of life."
Wines produced
Chianti Classico Quercia al Poggio, Chianti Classico Riserva Quercia al Poggio, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione “Vigna Le Cataste”
Total production
45,000
