PRODUCT PROFILE
Product Profile Sheet 750ml
Product Profile Sheet 750ml
Montevertine lies within the heart of the Chianti hills, in the community of Radda, on a site that has been dwelled on since the 11th century. Traces of the original construction are still preserved.
In 1967, Sergio Manetti, a steel product manufacturer, bought Montevertine as a holiday house, restoring it to its original dwelling destination, then planted 2 hectares of vines and set up a small cellar to produce wine for friends. The first vintage in 1971 was impressive enough for Sergio to present at Vinitaly. It was an immediate success, and he was so enthused that only a few years later he gave up his main former activity to dedicate his efforts to winemaking. New vineyards were planted, new cellars installed, and expansion undertaken.
With Sergio’s passing in 2000, management passed to his son Martino Manetti, who is assisted by Klaus Johann Reimitz and Bruno Bini, the latter born in Montevertine and an in-depth expert of the zone and the soil. Giulio Gambelli, the expert wine taster, is the consultant and offers his assistance during the production of the wines.
“The 2011 Le Pergole Torte is a stunning expression from the heart of Tuscany and a worldwide ambassador for the Sangiovese (called Sangioveto on the label) grape. Brilliant in ruby color and buoyant in aromatic intensity, the wine is brimming with inner energy and verve. It speaks in high decibels with pristine cherry, anise seed, cola, balsam herb and almond paste. There’s a touch of softness buried within what is otherwise a tightly textured tapestry of flavors. In terms of texture, the wine is infinitely silky and long.” – Monica Larner, October 30th 2014.
Montevertine
Tuscany, Italy
Martino Manetti
100% Sangiovese
13%