The vineyards
of Chiusa Grossa Montalcino

The territory of Montalcino

The territory of Montalcino, characterized by a succession of hills with gentle and slightly accentuated shapes, extends to the west of the Val d'Orcia (UNESCO World Heritage).

The highest slopes are mostly covered by woods with a strong prevalence of holm oaks, from which it is assumed that the name Montalcino (Mons Ilcinus) derives, in which the first agricultural plots of olive groves and specialized vineyards are grafted. As you descend towards the plain, the cultivation of olive trees and vines become prevalent.
The hills, originating from alluvial, gravelly and sandy deposits, together with the natural barrier of Mount Amiata and the sea breezes that rise from the valley area, make these places particularly suited to the growth of vines.

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Chiusa Grossa vineyard

Close to the medieval village of Sant'Angelo in Colle, along the Sesta road, near the company centre, is the Chiusa Grossa vineyard. Oaks and holm oaks, with their rich undergrowth, partially surround the vineyard, characterizing the microclimate of the area. The soil is sandstone.

The ridge of the hill, on which the vineyard develops, thanks to its orientation also guarantees excellent sunshine and exposure to the currents coming from the area of Mount Amiata.

Location

South side of Montalcino

Morphology

Hilly

Altitude

About 400 m/asl

Ground

Arenaceous

Grape variety

Sangiovese

Year of planting

1999

Sixth planting

2.9m x 0.8m

Type of farming

Spurred cordon in conversion to Gujot

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Sant'Eugenio vineyard

The Sant'Eugenio vineyard is located about 2 km from the medieval village of Castelnuovo dell'Abate and the beautiful Sant'Antimo Abbey.

The vineyard is located on a hilly ridge inserted within a dense agricultural mosaic of vineyards and olive groves. The soil is mainly clayey and sandy. Mount Amiata, which stands out on the horizon, constitutes a decisive and characterizing factor in the final result of winemaking, thanks to its updrafts which significantly affect the microclimate of the area.