You can’t tell the history of Brunello, and its rise from poverty to prosperity without the story of Canallichio di Sopra.
‘Among the most articulate narrators of the Sangiovese story.’ Monica Larner - Wine Advocate
> ‘Today, Canalicchio di Sopra is without question one of the most exciting properties in Montalcino’ Antonio Galloni - Vinous
It’s one of Montalcino’s most revered estates. A fairytale vineyard, set in the high-hills of Brunello’s most northern zone that produces delicate, refined Sangiovese that deftly balances the rustic charm of the variety, with the power and passion of its ageless quality. Brunello’s ascent to greatness began 50 years ago with the founding of the 12 membered Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino, of which Canalicchio was one. There is not a vineyard found anywhere in the region from a higher altitude, and the Pacenti family who helped established the winery knew of the sites potential to reach greatness, a unique microclimate distinct from all others that favoured mineralogy and finesse of brutality.
‘Among the most articulate narrators of the Sangiovese story.’ Monica Larner - Wine Advocate
> ‘Today, Canalicchio di Sopra is without question one of the most exciting properties in Montalcino’ Antonio Galloni - Vinous
It’s one of Montalcino’s most revered estates. A fairytale vineyard, set in the high-hills of Brunello’s most northern zone that produces delicate, refined Sangiovese that deftly balances the rustic charm of the variety, with the power and passion of its ageless quality. Brunello’s ascent to greatness began 50 years ago with the founding of the 12 membered Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino, of which Canalicchio was one. There is not a vineyard found anywhere in the region from a higher altitude, and the Pacenti family who helped established the winery knew of the sites potential to reach greatness, a unique microclimate distinct from all others that favoured mineralogy and finesse of brutality.
