The winery
Tenuta Montauto
Wine estate in the Maremma, Tuscany, led by Riccardo Lepri, known for mineral white wines and a strong focus on Sauvignon. (tenutamontauto.com)
- Toscana · Italia
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The story
The estate has been family-owned for decades: grandfather Enos planted the first vineyards in the 1980s, and the estate took its current form with the winemaking project launched by Riccardo Lepri in the early 2000s.
Production philosophy
Artisanal, terroir-focused approach: vineyard management using ecological/natural methods, meticulous care in the cellar, and a pursuit of freshness, minerality and elegance in the wines.
Terroir and vineyards
Situated in the Maremma Toscana, on clay soils rich in minerals and under the influence of the sea breeze from Capalbio, which contributes to the area's microclimate.
Awards and recognition
Awards and recognitions cited by the producer and by wine publications: examples on the website include mentions such as "Tre Bicchieri" for Enos I, the Poggio del Crine Sauvignon 2021 listed in the "50 Vini Rari d'Italia", and notes on international awards/ratings.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Sauvignon
- Pinot Nero
- Ciliegiolo
- Sangiovese
- Vermentino
- Trebbiano
- Malvasia
- Grechetto
- Chardonnay
- Alicante ([tenutamontauto.com](https://tenutamontauto.com/))
What makes it distinctive
- Strong focus on mineral white wines, particularly Sauvignon.
- Vermouth produced from Vermentino.
- Vineyards managed with ecological practices and a focus on biodiversity.
- Multiple mentions and accolades in specialist guides and publications.
- Company headquarters: Loc. Campigliola, Manciano, Maremma, Tuscany.
