Interior of Cantina di Montalcino featuring stainless steel fermentation tanks and a large circular glass window – Cantina di Montalcino

A contemporary winery where architecture and winemaking exist in perfect harmony.

The Winery

The winery spans multiple levels, covering a total area of approximately 5,000 square metres. More than 50% of the energy used comes from renewable sources.

Cantina di Montalcino is located about 35km from Siena, right opposite the Sienese hilltop town of the same name, surrounded by meadows, olive trees and the beautiful vineyards of the Val di Cava, along the extraordinary Eroica route.

Stainless steel fermentation tanks for Brunello di Montalcino winemaking at Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino

steel tanks

The first step in the winemaking process

Here, the must ferments in stainless steel tanks at approximately 24°C (75°F). Carefully controlled temperatures and regular pump-overs allow for the gradual extraction of colour, aromas, and structure, laying the foundation for the wine’s character.

Large oak barrels used for aging Brunello di Montalcino wine – Cantina di Montalcino

wine cellar

Ten metres below ground, the wine rests in an environment designed to maintain ideal natural levels of temperature and humidity.

Here, large oak casks accompany Brunello through the longest stage of its evolution, allowing it to mature slowly and develop balance, complexity, and elegance over time.

Bottle of Brunello di Montalcino wine on a striking background – Cantina di Montalcino
Woman tasting a glass of red wine in the underground barrel cellar – Cantina di Montalcino
Toast with glasses of Brunello di Montalcino red wine in front of the wooden barrels at Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino
Serving and pouring Brunello di Montalcino during a guided wine tasting at the winery – Cantina di Montalcino
Bottle of Brunello di Montalcino wine on a striking background – Cantina di Montalcino
Woman tasting a glass of red wine in the underground barrel cellar – Cantina di Montalcino
Toast with glasses of Brunello di Montalcino red wine in front of the wooden barrels at Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino
Serving and pouring Brunello di Montalcino during a guided wine tasting at the winery – Cantina di Montalcino

A Timeless Journey
Our Story

1970

Founded in 1970 by a small group of local producers, it established itself as the only cooperative winery in the area.

Historic photograph of the original Cantina di Montalcino headquarters in the 1970s – Cantina di Montalcino
2000

The original winery building was redesigned and rebuilt starting in 2000.
Without traditional architectural forms and elements, and with its proportions rendering it well anchored to the ground, via its curvy contours and its colors the winery sits in an attractive, symbiotic relationship with its surrounding hilly landscape.

Construction of the laminated timber structure at Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino
2011

The current architectural design, inaugurated in 2011, recalls the typical character of the Tuscan hills.
Its unique architectural design is both imposing and modern while recalling the traditions, forms and perceptions related to the historical processes involved in the production of Brunello di Montalcino wines.

Entrance and modern architecture of Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino
2015

The winery joined the Toscana Wine Architecture circuit, which brings together the region’s 14 signature and design wineries.

Toscana Wine Architecture plaque displayed at Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino
2022

Cantina di Montalcino becomes the property of Prosit Group.
The Bologna-based group initiated a new project for Cantina di Montalcino, collaborating with historic winemaking families linked to the winery, representing some 90 hectares planted with Sangiovese.

Prosit Group Italian Wine Excellence logo – Cantina di Montalcino
2024

Today Cantina di Montalcino is a winery to which the grapes of about 40 local producers are contributed.
The grapes come from all 4 quadrants of the municipality of Montalcino, which differ in soil and climate characteristics, thus guaranteeing the highest quality of the product, for a total of 90 hectares of vineyards dedicated to the production of Sangiovese.

Entrance sign and panoramic view of the architecture of Cantina di Montalcino – Cantina di Montalcino