The winery
Azienda Agricola Cava d'Onice
Small family-run winery in Montalcino (Tuscany), known for producing Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Rosso di Montalcino DOC and some IGT labels, as well as sparkling wines and grappa.
- Toscana · Italia
- 5 products
The story
Founded as a family-run estate working small parcels near Montalcino, the winery grew from a few rows of vines managed by the same family. Over the years ownership and production have developed while maintaining an artisanal approach: online sources report that the estate progressively expanded its vineyards and introduced lines such as Brunello Colombaio, Brunello Cava d'Onice and a Riserva.
Production philosophy
Promotion of the terroir and the Sangiovese grape through family management and a focus on sustainability. The winery declares practices oriented toward organic farming and a strong connection between vineyard and winemaking, with visits and tastings by appointment.
Terroir and vineyards
Montalcino, in the heart of the Val d'Orcia and the Tuscan hills; production falls within the Montalcino denominations.
Awards and recognition
Highlighted by the International Wine Association in 2019; positive ratings and reviews listed on Vivino and on wine guides/portals.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Pinot Noir
- Chardonnay
- Nebbiolo
- Hectares
- 6.0
- Bottles per year
- 22000
What makes it distinctive
- Family-owned winery with strong ties to the Montalcino region.
- Specializing in Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
- Sustainability-oriented agricultural practices / conversion to organic farming
- Tastings and winery visits by appointment.
- Availability of IGT labels and a small 'artist series' featured on the website.