Riccardo Campinoti’s Le Ragnaie has redefined the modern benchmark for Montalcino by embracing the extreme. While many estates in the region chase power and density, Campinoti looks upward, farming some of the highest-elevation vineyards in the appellation—reaching a staggering 600+ meters above sea level. This high-altitude viticulture, combined with strict organic farming and traditional large-cask aging, results in a "Burgundian" expression of Sangiovese: translucent, aromatic, and crackling with mineral energy.

The property spans three distinct micro-terroirs—the high-altitude "Ragnaie" plateau, the warmer sandstone of "Castelnuovo dell’Abate," and the legendary Galestro-rich soils of "Montosoli." This diversity allows Le Ragnaie to produce wines that aren't just Brunello, but precise snapshots of geological time and place. From the accessible, high-energy Troncone to the prestigious single-vineyard Crus, these are wines of profound elegance that honor the "Blood of Jove" with unmatched clarity and finesse.

The "Vigna Vecchia" Brunello is produced from the estate’s oldest vines at 600 meters, this is a profound and concentrated expression of Sangiovese that prioritizes verticality and grace. Its deep, dark fruit is layered with exotic spices and a savory mineral crunch that lingers indefinitely on the finish.

95+ Points, Vinous Media:

"The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino V.V. opens with a mentholated freshness as cedar shavings and allspice mix with dusty rose and redcurrants. Silken and sleek, it races across the palate, guided by zesty acidity as a cascade of crisp red berry fruits descends upon the senses. Youthfully tense, the palate aches as fine tannins flex and a citrus tinge slowly fades. Patience will be required to find its footing."