The winery
Tenuta Monteloro
Tenuta Monteloro is a wine estate in the hills above Fiesole (Florence), situated among the properties of the Marchesi Antinori and known for its interpretation of aromatic international grape varieties, particularly Riesling and Pinot Blanc.
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The story
The estate is today presented as one of Antinori's estates; its official website describes Monteloro as a territory historically frequented by Florentine families and linked to local tradition. Over the years the estate has been developed to showcase the expression of the aromatic white varieties grown in these hillside vineyards.
Production philosophy
The approach emphasizes the expression of the hillside's cool, mineral terroir, favors international aromatic varieties and employs winemaking techniques designed to preserve freshness and varietal character.
Terroir and vineyards
Situated behind Fiesole, on the lower slopes of the Apennines at about 500 m above sea level, the estate features clay-limestone soils with gravelly areas and a relatively cool climate that favors white grapes. According to Antinori's page, the property extends over roughly 600 hectares, with about 122 hectares under vine.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Riesling
- Pinot Bianco
- Hectares
- 600.0
What makes it distinctive
- Property listed among the estates of Marchesi Antinori.
- Specializing in aromatic white wines.
- Hill behind Fiesole, average altitude approx. 500 m a.s.l; calcareous clay soils.
- Approximate area: ~600 hectares, with a significant portion under vine.
- In online shops, Monteloro’s production is represented by approximately three labels listed in public catalogs.
