The Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi of Cortona of Tuscany

Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi
The winery offers 14 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.9.
This estate is part of the Dal Cero.
It is ranked in the top 4 of the estates of Tuscany.
It is located in Cortona in the region of Tuscany

The Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 14 wines for sale in of Cortona to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the charming town of Cortona, in the picturesque region of Tuscany, lies the Tenuta Montecchiesi Estate. This is a magnificent winemaking property, embodying the very essence of traditional Italian viticulture. Known not only for the exquisite quality of its wines, but also for its breathtaking landscape, this destination offers a true immersion into Italian cultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of opulent Tuscan nature, the estate spans approximately 70 hectares of vineyards. The serene atmosphere of the surrounding countryside and gentle undulations of the hills provide an ideal environment for cultivating a variety of grape varieties, including Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Nourished by rich clay-limestone soil, the vines of Tenuta Montecchiesi are grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers, adhering to the strictest environmental standards. Here, winemaking tradition harmoniously blends with modernity. Indeed, the estate uses cutting-edge technology to ensure optimal climatic conditions in its cellars, while classic production methods, such as traditional vinification, are still respected. The wines produced by the Tenuta Montecchiesi Estate reflect hard work, respect for traditions, and the natural beauty of the land. They embody a balanced combination of character, finesse, and intensity. The estate is particularly known for its famous red wine "Sangiovese", which is a true treasure for wine lovers worldwide. On visiting Tenuta Montecchiesi, guests are greeted by stunning rustic architecture and expansive outdoor spaces. The visual experience is complemented by the refined taste of the wines, sampled throughout diverse tastings offered.

Top Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines

Looking for the best Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines in Cortona among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

How Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of chili con carne, mathieu's lamb tagine or genuine chicken tagine olive and lemon confit tagine with argan oil.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

  • 2019With an average score of 3.70/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi.

  • Shiraz/Syrah

Discovering the wine region of Cortona

The wine region of Cortona is located in the region of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Cantina Doveri or the Domaine La Braccesca produce mainly wines red, white and sweet. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Cortona are Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Cortona often reveals types of flavors of cream, red cherry or earth and sometimes also flavors of microbio, vegetal or oak.

In the mouth of Cortona is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 37 estates and châteaux in the of Cortona, producing 89 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Cortona go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal.

The top red wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

How Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or poultry such as recipes of boeuf lôc lac (cambodia), aiguillette of duck with honey or turkey blanquette with mushrooms.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

On the nose the red wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, black fruit or dried fruit. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

  • 2008With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2007With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.78/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.71/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi.

  • Sangiovese
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Merlot

Discover the grape variety: Sangiovese

Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).

The top pink wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

How Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, poultry or lean fish such as recipes of linguine with squid ink and cockles, quick coconut milk chicken or fish with cream sauce.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or citrus fruit and sometimes also flavors of red fruit. In the mouth the pink wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

  • 2012With an average score of 4.30/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2017With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2011With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi.

  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Sangiovese
  • Vermentino

The word of the wine: Stripped

Said of a wine that is generally too old and has lost its colour, volume and power.

The top white wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

How Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pasta, vegetarian or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of seafood lasagna, vegan leek and tofu quiche or tuna rillettes with st moret.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

On the nose the white wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, microbio or oak and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, citrus fruit or earth. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

  • 2017With an average score of 4.19/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2021With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2020With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.10/5
  • 2014With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi.

  • Chardonnay
  • Vermentino

Discover the grape variety: Merlot

Merlot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches, and medium sized grapes. Merlot noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Armagnac, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey.

Discover other wineries and winemakers neighboring the Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi

Planning a wine route in the of Cortona? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Winery Tenuta Montecchiesi.

Discover the grape variety: Vermentino

The vermentino grape variety was widespread in Italy, Sardinia and Corsica. Today, Vermentino is grown in the regions bordering the Mediterranean, mainly in Provence (Côtes de Provence, Bellet), Corsica (Corse Calvi), Languedoc (Côtes du Roussillon, Costières de Nîmes) and the Rhône Valley (Côtes du Luberon). Because it ripens late, Vermentino requires a warm climate for its development and can only be grown in regions with good sun exposure. Conversely, cold or temperate climates do not allow it to ripen properly. Vermentino is only susceptible to powdery mildew. When vinified on its own, Vermentino produces a single-variety dry white wine that is light and full-bodied with a pale yellow color. It can also be blended with other grape varieties such as Ugni Blanc, Cinsault and Grenache, in which case its low acidity makes it light and fresh. Vermentino belongs to the grape varieties of Ajaccio, Corsica and Corbières. The aromas released by this variety are multiple. One can detect notes of fresh apple, green almond, sweet spices, hawthorn, ripe pear and fresh pineapple.

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The word of the wine: Stripped

Said of a wine that is generally too old and has lost its colour, volume and power.