| Region of production: | Brunello di Montalcino |
| Winery Location: | Castelnuovo dell’Abate |
| Year Established: | 1986 |
Vineyard Holdings
6 ha
Top Wines Produced
- Brunello di Montalcino Riserva: made from the oldest vines on the property and only in excellent vintages; aged for 36-42 months in Slavonian and French botti, plus 18 months in bottle
- Brunello di Montalcino: aged for a minimum of three years in Slavonian and French botti
- Rosso di Montalcino
- Rapace: 60% Sangiovese, 30% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 18 months in French oak barriques
Average Total Production
- 45,000 bottles
Summary
Andrea Cortonesi’s family had worked land in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area for years, and when an old farmhouse with land became available for purchase in 1986, Andrea bought and restored the property. He kept the original name, Uccelliera (“bird house”), as well as the original olive trees out of respect for the land and environment, though he also added a cellar and planted new vineyards. Organic farming is practiced.
Style & Vinification Techniques
Andrea allows spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.
Producer Website: Uccelliera