Montalcino and Castello Romitorio

Castello Romitorio, Sandro Chia

Castello Romitorio, a massive twelfth-century hilltop fortress in Montalcino, since 1986 has produced exquisite Tuscan wines, grappa, and olive oil. Castello Romitorio was founded by reknowned artist Sandro Chia, in 1984. The castle was previously owned by the Baron Giorgio Franchetti.

Castello Romitorio is owned by the artist Sandro Chia, who spent years carefully restoring the property after acquiring it in 1984.
Castello di Romitorio winery is made up of three separate properties near Montalcino, Italy. The most important is the Romitorio Castle itself, where Brunello di Montalcino is made from the 10 hectares of vineyards of the estates large holding of a total of 187 hectares. The two other properties are: Poggio di Sopra with 8 hectares of vineyards, also in Montalcino and not far from the Monte Amiata and Ghiaccio Forte, and the property in Scansano with 11 hectares of vineyards, acquired in 1998.

Cantina and Wines

The cantina unites the two great interests of wine and fine art in a totally unique and fascinating setting. Monolithic sculptures stand next to barrels and barriques from which the Castle’s wine flows. Chia in fact says that the wine is meant to reflect the owner’s dedication to artistic perfection.
Castello di Romitorio’s wines include: Brunello di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, Romito del Romitorio, Rosso di Montalcino, Ghiaccio Forte, Morellino di Scansano, Chianti Colli Senesi, and their white wine Costanza.

With its location in the heart of Maremma countryside, Podere Santa Pia is a good basis to discover the intricacies of crafting the Brunello di Montalcino wines and to explore the extensive cellars.

Address Loc. Romitorio 279
Montalcino
I-53024 Siena
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Brunello di Montalcino

Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy's most famous and prestigious wines, along with the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and the ubiquitous Chianti.
All Brunello di Montalcino wine is made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes grown on the slopes around Montalcino. Brunello is the local name for the Sangiovese Grosso clone from which Brunello di Montalcino is made.

Wine in Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino

Cantina Castello Romotorio, wall drawing by Sandro Chia Cantina Castello Romitorio, wall drawing by Sandro Chia. Photo source: blog.stefanotesi.it

View on the Val d'Orcia from Montalcino

Walking in Tuscany | Southern Tuscany | Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano, Villa La Foce and the Val d'Orcia

Tuscany is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Despite incessant praise, the beauty and charm of Tuscany and Umbria continue to defy description. Known for its enchanting landscapes, its fantastic and genuine food and beautiful towns as Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Siena... But one of Tuscany's best kept secrets is the beautiful valle d'Ombrone. This classic Italian farmhouse has been superbly renovated and enjoys a magnificent location overlooking the Maremma hills and vineyards. This is the land where the DOC wines Montecucco and Brunello are produced. Experience the friendly welcome, unique interior and rural tranquillity... The large garden, stunning stone fireplace and indoor pizza oven, ancient timber beams, stone flag floors and many more period features contribute to the authentic atmosphere and individual charm that our guests enjoy time and time again.

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Podere Santa Pia	Podere Santa Pia, garden view, April	Vines in the Val d'Orcia


The abbey of Sant'Antimo	Pienza	Sansepolcro


Cypress road near Monticchiello	View from terrace with a stunning view over the Maremma and Monte Christo	Vines in October


Crete Senesi, surroundings of Podere Santa Pia
Podere Santa Pia is situated in the unspoiled valley of the Ombrone River, only 21 kilometres from Montalcino. This valley is famous locally as being of great natural beauty and still very undeveloped.
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