Biondi Santi

It is rare for the origins of an entire wine category to be traced back to a single person, but the story of Brunello di Montalcino begins with Ferruccio Biondi-Santi, who, in the late 19th century, created the very first wine of this style. His work and vision became a cornerstone not only for Tuscany but for the whole of Italian winemaking. In 1888, inspired by the example of Barolo, Ferruccio produced the first Brunello – a 100% ‘Sangiovese Grosso’ wine, a revolutionary choice at the time when the rest of Tuscany still blended several grape varieties in a single wine.

Today, the estate is run by Jacopo Biondi-Santi, Ferruccio’s great-great-grandson and the seventh generation of winemakers in the family. He remains faithful to traditions that have been preserved for over a century, producing wines of exceptional longevity and elegance. The Biondi-Santi estate sits atop the Montalcino hill, with around 25 hectares of historic vineyards, and most of the region’s ‘Sangiovese Grosso’ vineyards were planted with clones originating from this estate.

Wine Style

Biondi-Santi wines are renowned for their longevity, refinement, and remarkable structure. Their elegant, classic style has been maintained for over 100 years – a wine for collectors and those who appreciate maturity.

• Red wine – made exclusively from ‘Sangiovese Grosso’. Concentrated, with a long maceration, it offers delicate floral, red berry, tobacco, and forest floor notes. The tannins are firm yet polished, the acidity vivid – a structure built for long aging.
• Riserva – the result of even longer fermentation and maturation. Aged in large oak casks, this cuvée reveals depth, minerality, and remarkable aromatic longevity.