About Us
Our History and Vision
A Sanctuary of Sangiovese
Nestled in the heart of Chianti Classico, Montefili is where the whispers of the land and the touch of sun breathe life into each bottle.
Timeline
The Future from the Past
Ancient Montefili
Situated strategically between valleys, the Etruscans first settled in the area
and later the Romans, built a military settlement and named it Montefili.
Medieval Montefili
By 986 AD, the area was controlled by the Benedictine monks of Badia a
Passignano, who cultivated the land until it was destroyed in 1260.
Super Tuscans Era
In the 1970s, the Acuti family planted vineyards, marking the beginning of
Vecchie Terre di Montefili as we know it today. They embraced the innovation
of the Super Tuscans movement, leading to the creation of unique Tuscan
wines
Organic District
In 2000, Montefili became part of Italy’s first organic district, promoting
sustainable viticulture.
A New Era
In 2015, American investors Nicola Marzovilla, Frank Bynum, and Tom Peck
Jr. acquired Montefili, bringing a vision of preserving its sanctity while
innovating for the future. With winemaker Serena Gusmeri, they have
received worldwide acclaim.
The Future
The mission is continuous improvement, maintaining openness and a
willingness to evolve. Montefili’s legacy is one of deep roots and future
growth, a place to be cherished by generations to come.
Philosophy & Ethos
Our Land Is Precious
Montefili embodies a philosophy of respect for nature, tradition, and the craft of winemaking. Our ethos revolves around creating wines that are a true expression of our unique terroir.
Each parcel is grown and vinified individually to allow its fruit to express its full potential.
Vineyard Specifications
- Total Area: 12.5 hectares of vineyards
- Altitude: 480 – 550m
- Soil Composition: Galestro and alberese
Heritage and Practices
- Oldest Vineyards: Planted in 1975
- Focus: Low-yielding Sangiovese
- Practices: Sustainable, integrated viticulture
Organic Commitment
- Organic District: Part of Panzano since 1995
- Vine Preservation: Deeply invested in maintaining the health and heritage of our vines
From Vineyard To Bottle
A Brilliance of Flavors
From the robust Chianti Classico to the elegant Super Cru, our diverse range includes several nuances of Sangiovese and more.
With plentiful sunlight over galestro and alberese marl soils, Montefili’s terroir and micro-climate are exceptional
for winemaking.
Our future-facing sustainable approach is a bold path of confidence and patience.
We only put on the vines what we’d want in our glass.
A Sunlit Hilltop
Unique conditions, between different soils and altitudes, with an ideal exposure for viticulture, make Montefili “the hill of the sun”. See for yourself: have a peek at our estate.
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A Tight-Knit Unit
Land Stewards
Led by agronomist and winemaker Serena Gusmeri since 2014, our team has inherited her terroir-focused approach and gentle touch towards the land.
After diverse experiences in different areas of Italy and Australia, Serena’s
philosophy of minimal intervention and sustainability results in unique, expressive
wines, and it’s the jewel of the crown of an international, diverse and well-motivated
crew’s work.
Meet The Team
Serena
Director
Stefano
Sales
Francesca
Accounting
Petra
Hospitality
Camilla
Hospitality
Valeria
Hospitality
Jacek
Cellar
Muhamet
Vineyard
Alassen
Vineyard
Bajram
Vineyard
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