Radiant Radda: Montervertine

It's easy to argue Montevertine's Le Pergole Torte has the most powerful site expression, but that misses the point. Sergio Manetti believed in the greatness of Sangiovese from this specific hillside, and the estate has gained a loyal following around the globe. From the entry-level rosso to the famed Le Pergole Torte, these wines are renonwned for their precision and delineation. 

The 18-hectare estate rests high at 425 meters in Radda, one of the coolest zones in Chianti Classico. These wines from limestone soils, coupled with unique climate, have a sense of transparency and grace that stands out immediately. The deft use of French barrique (15% new oak at most) is impressive, adding concentration and texture while still harnessing the pure, lithe qualities inherent in this site.

Due to Chianti Classico laws, which required the addition of Trebbiano in the blend, Manetti chose to leave the consortium in 1981. This was a radical move, and even though the law changed in 1995 to allow 100% Sangiovese in Chianti Classico, today, they still opt for IGT status. Sergio's son, Martino, played an active role starting in 1989, and Martino took over upon his father's passing in 2000.

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