The winery
Capanna
A family-owned winery in Montalcino, situated in the historic Montosoli area, known for its Brunello di Montalcino and other local appellations.
- Toscana · Italia
- Since 1957
- 14 products
The story
The Cencioni family began operations in Capanna in the second half of the 20th century; the estate has been family-owned since 1957 and started bottling its own wines in the 1960s. Management has remained in the family and is now led by Patrizio and Amedeo Cencioni. The winery has a long tradition in producing the classic Brunello of Montosoli and is among the historic estates of the appellation.
Production philosophy
Traditional, terroir-driven style: family-run management, careful attention to the vineyard and winemaking in line with local tradition to express the elegance and freshness of Sangiovese di Montosoli. The estate states it is investing to update the cellar while maintaining a classic production style.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in the Montosoli area, on the northern slope of Montalcino. The terrain is characterized by stony soils and galestro and by a marked diurnal temperature range, factors considered decisive for the freshness and elegance of the wines. The estate’s vineyards are all within a radius of approximately 2 km from the winery.
Awards and recognition
Over the course of more than 60 years the winery has received national and international recognition.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Hectares
- 25.0
What makes it distinctive
- Family-run estate.
- Vineyards in the Montosoli cru, on the north-facing slope of Montalcino.
- A historic Brunello di Montalcino producer with a traditional approach.
- Vineyard area reported on the company website: approximately 25 hectares.
- Production also includes Rosso di Montalcino, Moscadello, Sant'Antimo, IGT, olive oil and grappa.
