The winery
Fattoria Lavacchio
An organic farm and winery located in Montefiesole (Pontassieve, Florence) in the Chianti Rufina area. It produces wines (including the Chianti Rufina "Cedro"), extra virgin olive oil, and offers agritourism accommodation with a restaurant and guided tours. (https://www.winetourism.com/it/azienda-vinicola/fattoria-lavacchio/)
- Chianti Rufina, Toscana · Italia
- Since 1978
- 2 products
The story
The estate has historical roots that place it among rural properties of Florentine origin. In the 19th century it passed to noble families and, after a period of abandonment, was restored and relaunched under the modern management of the Lottero family beginning in the 1970s. The farm’s history is often associated with the large cedar in the park, a symbol of the property.
Production philosophy
Committed to organic farming and to protecting natural balances: vineyard management favors organic methods and techniques aimed at preserving the local biodiversity.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate stands atop the hill of Montefiesole, about 450 metres above sea level and a short distance from Florence. The landscape features vineyards, olive groves and agriturismo facilities, and the park is home to a centuries-old cedar.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Syrah
- Canaiolo Nero
- Ciliegiolo
- Merlot
- Traminer aromatico
- Trebbiano
- Malvasia
- Chardonnay
- Viognier
- Sauvignon blanc
- Hectares
- 26.0
- Bottles per year
- 200000
What makes it distinctive
- Historic estate located in Chianti Rufina
- Organic production
- Centuries-old Cedar of Lebanon, symbol of the estate.
- Farm stay with restaurant and tours and tastings.
- Chianti Rufina "Cedro" line among the main wines
