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MONTALCINO - TUSCANY, ITALY
cantina aurea
Podere Le Ripi, located in the heart of Montalcino, is an extraordinary winery born from the vision of Francesco Illy, who transformed this estate into a perfect example of sustainability and innovation. With its 33 hectares of vineyards cultivated according to strict organic and biodynamic principles, this winery celebrates respect for nature and winemaking excellence.
One of the distinctive features of Podere Le Ripi is its Cantina Aurea, built following the golden ratio and designed to create an optimal environment for wine aging. Every detail reflects the winery’s holistic philosophy, which considers the estate as a living ecosystem, integrating vineyards, woods and olive groves in perfect harmony.
Authenticity and Quality
The winery produces about 90.000 bottles per year, with fermentations carried out using indigenous yeasts and limited use of sulphites (<70 mg/L) to ensure pure and authentic wines. Among the labels stand out the Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino and the revolutionary “Bonsai,” a wine produced from one of the densest vineyards in the world, symbolizing research and innovation.
Podere Le Ripi is not just a winery but a place where tradition and modernity meet to create unique wines that tell the story of the territory in every glass. Perfect for those seeking authenticity and quality, it is an essential stop for lovers of Brunello and great Tuscan wines.
