A winery founded in the late 1960s in the heart of Chianti Classico, not far from Radda in Chianti, thanks to the vision of Sergio Manetti, then a steel industrialist. The restoration of the house was followed by the first planting, two hectares of vineyards flanked by a small cellar, and the idea of producing a small amount of wine for friends. However, given the success of the first vintage, 1971, Sergio decided to abandon his business and dedicate himself entirely to winemaking, assisted in the cellar by the man considered the greatest and most knowledgeable connoisseur of Sangiovese, the late Giulio Gambelli.
The aim from the very beginning was to produce a wine that would reflect the history of the area, with the desire to continually improve while remaining faithful to Sangiovese. The first years were spent experimenting, but by the late 1970s, Montevertine's name was appearing in all the specialized magazines as one of the finest examples of Chianti Classico. A turning point came in 1977: "Le Pergole Torte" was born, the first pure Sangiovese ever produced in the area. Paradoxically, the wine was rejected by the Chianti Classico consortium because it did not meet the production parameters and did not include the other grapes specified in the production regulations at the time, but it achieved enormous success among critics and enthusiasts.
The labels designed by Alberto Manfredi make this legendary wine even more captivating. Montevertine boasts 18 hectares of organically farmed vineyards and is expertly managed by Martino, Sergio's son. In addition to the renowned "Le Pergole Torte," the winery produces "Pian del Ciampolo" and "Montevertine," both with the Toscana Rosso IGT designation. Montevertine wines continue to enthral drinkers around the world thanks to their unique finesse and longevity.
VINTAGE 2020 
DENOMINATION Toscana IGT
GRAPE VARIETY Sangiovese
ALCOHOL 13.5%
TYPE Barriqued Red Wine 
PAIRINGS: Meat Appetizers, Game
