The winery
Melini
Historic Tuscan winery based in Gaggiano (municipality of Poggibonsi, SI), known for its Chianti Classico and for the cru La Selvanella. (https://www.gruppoitalianovini.it/brand/melini)
- Toscana · Italia
- Since 1705
- 24 products
The story
The Melini family's roots in winemaking date back to the 18th century; the winery is recorded in historical sources as active since 1705. Over the course of the 20th century ownership passed through several hands before becoming part of Gruppo Italiano Vini, which still oversees its brand and production.
Production philosophy
The winery combines Chianti tradition with modern winemaking techniques, focusing on vineyard selection and the expression of Sangiovese, either as a single-varietal or in blends with international grape varieties, to produce terroir-driven, ready-to-drink wines.
Terroir and vineyards
The facilities are located in the hills of the Chianti Classico around Gaggiano. Among the estates and vineyards cited in the sources are La Selvanella, Granaio and Terrarossa; the vineyards are situated on hillsides, with exposures and elevations typical of the Chianti Classico area.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Hectares
- 86.0
- Bottles per year
- 4000000
What makes it distinctive
- Established in 1705.
- Historic cru: La Selvanella.
- Headquarters and winery in Gaggiano, in the municipality of Poggibonsi.
- Part of Gruppo Italiano Vini.
- Vineyards planted predominantly with Sangiovese, with the remaining area planted to Cabernet and Merlot.
