Rocca di Montegrossi Winery

Chianti Classico with a lot of tradition and even more sustainability

"Modernity meets tradition" - a phrase that is often used in connection with wine and Chianti Classico. This is perhaps particularly true of the Rocca di Montegrossi winery. Marco Ricasoli-Firidolfi, the owner of the winery, is deeply rooted in tradition for and in Chianti Classico through his family, the Barone Ricasoli, and as a modern man, he pays a lot of attention to sustainability. A modern approach to cultivated tradition.

Rocca di Montegrossi is located in Monti in Chianti and covers an area of approx. 100 hectares, of which approx. 20 hectares are vineyards and a further 20 hectares are olive groves (approx. 1,000) for an excellent cold-pressed olive oil. The rest is wooded. THE leading variety of the estate is of course Sangiovese, the basis of the "flagship" Chianti Classico, blended with other autochthonous Tuscan grape varieties such as Canaiolo and Colorino. As a scion of the historic noble Ricasoli family, it is not surprising that Marco loves "his land", which has been in the family for many generations. One of his ancestors is Bettino Ricasoli, an important figure for Chianti - but also for Italy as a whole.

Sustainability as a vocation

Marco is enthusiastic about the diversity and expressiveness of this stretch of land between Florence and Siena. The organic cultivation of Rocca di Montegrossi is almost a matter of course for him. Since the 2011 vintage, the wines have also been certified organic. But sustainability means even more to Marco. Rainwater is collected in large cisterns and used instead of drinking water for the all-important cleaning work in the cellar. The electricity for the cellar technology is supplied by solar cells on the roof. Anyone who enjoys the wines of Rocca die Montegrossi not only has excellent, award-winning quality in their glass, but also a clear conscience for our environment! With this in mind: Viva il Chianti Classico!