• Frescobaldi - Castelgiocondo

Frescobaldi - Castelgiocondo

For 700 years the Frescobaldi Family has combined tradition, experience and innovation with creativity and the pursuit of excellence. The family has always looked to develop and celebrate the diversity of Tuscany’s terroir. Being proud owners of some of the greatest vineyards in this region they have always sought to maintain the identity and autonomy of each property. Frescobaldi represents the true diversity of Tuscany and its six estates, Nipozzano, CastelGiocondo, Pomino, Ammiraglia, Castiglioni and Remole, are all located in the most suitable areas for the production of fine wines. Ornellaia, Masseto, Luce della Vite, Danzante and Attems (Friuli) are also part of the Frescobaldi Group. THE ESTATES Each estate represents the expression of Tuscan diversity and is an independent reality with dedicated agronomists and oenologists. To the south-west of Montalcino, Tenuta Castelgiocondo is situated at an altitude of around 300 metres, an ideal terroir for the production of Sangiovese. The ideal altitude, excellent solar exposure and well-drained soils enhance the wines of Castelgiocondo which are distinguished for their potency and extraordinary longevity. From the ancient fortress of 1100, to the works of the painter Simone Martini, let’s discover the land which gave rise to the Brunello di Montalcino. The village of Castelgiocondo overlooks the historic estate of the Frescobaldis in Montalcino: an ancient stronghold built in 1100 to defend the road leading from the sea to Siena. The property is one of the first 4 to begin producing Brunello di Montalcino in 1800, and its historic importance is represented on the label of Castelgiocondo by the figure of a candottiere from a celebrated fresco of the Sienese artist Simone Martini. The artist’s depiction shows Guidoriccio da Fogliano, commander of the troops of Siena who in 1323 led the attack on the Montemassi castle; an historic moment that coincided with the initiation of the Frescobaldi family’s centuries-old adventure in the world of wine.