Casanova di Neri, Brunello di Montalcino
Casanova di Neri was established in 1971 when Giovanni Neri acquired a large estate within Montalcino. Since then his primary
goal has been to find land optimal for growing high quality grapes. In 1991, his son Giacomo took over direction of the estate
and winemaking. His 138 acres are divided into four distinct areas: Pietradonice in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, Cetine in Sant’Angelo in
Colle, Cerretalto, and Fiesole. As the grapes have improved in quality, more care and attention has been given to the winemaking
process - from vinification to the careful selection and use of casks - but always with the maximum respect for tradition.
The winery’s Brunello production is divided between three different labels in order to best represent each area’s unique characteristics.Vineyards:
The "Fiesole" vineyard is situated northeast of Montalcino and is the farm's oldest vineyard. Nearby is the "Poderuccio" vineyard
at 350 metres above sea level. Both vineyards are used to produce Brunello di Montalcino. In 1986 “Cerretalto” was acquired.
A natural amphitheatre near the Asso River at a height between 250 and 300 metres, its position to the east of Montalcino and
its unique “terroir” justify a single bottling. On the opposite side of Montalcino to the southeast, near Castelnuovo dell'Abate,
is the "Pietradonice" vineyard. Lastly, is the "Cetine" vineyard - 25 hectares facing south/southeast on a majestic hillside near
Sant'Angelo in Colle. Its pristine landscape, plush with thyme and other plants typical of the Mediterranean, along with the
extreme drop in temperature at night, allow the vineyard to produce fruit of incredible quality. Proprietor Giacomo Neri makes
some of the richest, most textured Brunellos readers will come across. The house style favors a lush expression of fruit with a
softness that makes the wines very appealing upon release. In recent years the wines have become more elegant... - Antonio Galloni, April 2010
goal has been to find land optimal for growing high quality grapes. In 1991, his son Giacomo took over direction of the estate
and winemaking. His 138 acres are divided into four distinct areas: Pietradonice in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, Cetine in Sant’Angelo in
Colle, Cerretalto, and Fiesole. As the grapes have improved in quality, more care and attention has been given to the winemaking
process - from vinification to the careful selection and use of casks - but always with the maximum respect for tradition.
The winery’s Brunello production is divided between three different labels in order to best represent each area’s unique characteristics.Vineyards:
The "Fiesole" vineyard is situated northeast of Montalcino and is the farm's oldest vineyard. Nearby is the "Poderuccio" vineyard
at 350 metres above sea level. Both vineyards are used to produce Brunello di Montalcino. In 1986 “Cerretalto” was acquired.
A natural amphitheatre near the Asso River at a height between 250 and 300 metres, its position to the east of Montalcino and
its unique “terroir” justify a single bottling. On the opposite side of Montalcino to the southeast, near Castelnuovo dell'Abate,
is the "Pietradonice" vineyard. Lastly, is the "Cetine" vineyard - 25 hectares facing south/southeast on a majestic hillside near
Sant'Angelo in Colle. Its pristine landscape, plush with thyme and other plants typical of the Mediterranean, along with the
extreme drop in temperature at night, allow the vineyard to produce fruit of incredible quality. Proprietor Giacomo Neri makes
some of the richest, most textured Brunellos readers will come across. The house style favors a lush expression of fruit with a
softness that makes the wines very appealing upon release. In recent years the wines have become more elegant... - Antonio Galloni, April 2010
