ColleMassari, a sister property to Grattamacco in Bolgheri, is located in
Montecucco, a newly promoted DOC nestled between the historical areas of
Brunello di Montalcino and Morellino di Scansano. The estate, established in
1998, includes 83 hectares of vineyards, 22 of olive groves and 100
hectares of mixed crops situated in the foothills of Monte
Amiata. Sangiovese is the principal variety, but the conditions - 320
metres above sea level and constant ventilation (due partly to the proximity to
the Tyrrhenian coast and partly to the 15% incline) - allow other varieties such
as Ciliegiolo, Montepulciano and Vermentino to thrive. Production is based on
organic principles (guaranteed and certified) and winemaking is carried out in
the architectural award winning four story gravity feed winery.