About
The Capanna Farm, owned by the Cencioni family since 1957, is situated in the Montosoli area, north of Montalcino. It was founded by Giuseppe Cencioni and, is currently helmed by his sons Benito and Franco. Giuseppe was one of the 25 founders of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino. In 1975 they began exporting Brunello di Montalcino DOC – Capanna 1970. The Capanna farm is still family run from both a farming and winemaking viewpoint, although it also avails of the collaboration of the Oenologist Paolo Vagaggini.
Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
The oldest Sangiovese on the Estate. Slavonian oak fermented and then aged for 42 months in the same vessels, followed by six months of bottle aging before release. Geranium, cherries, classic.
Scores
2017 James Suckling 93 - February 2022
2017 International Wine Review 93 - March 2022
2015 Jeb Dunnuck 95 - March 2021
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
100% Sangiovese that is carefully selected from Capanna’s oldest vineyards, in only the best harvests. Slavonian oak fermented and then aged for over 40 months in the same vessels, followed by 15 months of bottle aging before release. Spices, jam, liquorice, with an extremely persistent finish.
Scores
2016 Decanter 94 - November 2021
2016 International Wine Review 96 - March 2022
2015 James Suckling 97 - September 2020
Rosso di Montalcino
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Clay, limestone and marine rich soils help make a complex and elegant Rosso di Montalcino. A true baby Brunello - same soils and treated the same way as their Brunello di Montalcino. Raspberry, violets, minerality.
Scores
2020 Falstaff 92 - March 2022
Nicco Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Old Sangiovese vines from the North hillside of Montalcino. Hand harvested and aged in old, large Salvonian oak barrels for 38 months. Citrus, fresh Mediterranean herbs and vibrant fruity notes. Earthy and wild touches.
Scores
2016 James Suckling 97 - January 2022
2016 Vinous 95+ - March 2022
2016 Wine Advocate 95 - February 2022
SanGioBi
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
White Sangiovese! Since the must is separated from the skins after just a few hours, this 100% red Sangiovese is a light colored white wine. Fermented in stainless and then aged for a few months in oak. Fresh pear, spice, acidity.
Scores
TBA
Rosina
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Sangiovese planted in marine rich Albarese and Galestro soils. Cool nights allow for perfect acid development. Wholly stainless steel. Strawberries, white flowers, crispy.
Scores
TBA
Rosso del Cerro
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
25 year Sangiovese from clay and limestone soils. This bright wine is fermented in stainless steel and then transferred to Slavonian oak barrels for 3 - 4 months. Red and blue fruit, clean, fresh.
Scores
TBA
Sant’Antimo
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
A Merlot and Sangiovese blend from the DOC of Sant'Antimo. Fermented in stainless steel to preserve the soft fruit and then finished in Slavonian oak for 6 or 8 months. Red fruit, licorice, supple.
Scores
2018 Vinous 91 - March 2022
Moscadello di Montalcino
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
Native clones of 100% Moscato Bianco. 10% alcohol and perfectly balanced. Wholly stainless steel. Yellow flowers, golden fruit, acidity.
Scores
TBA
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Tuscany
Harvest & Vintage Notes
From olive groves on Capanna's estate produced extremely low in acidity, enhancing aromas and flavor. Decidedly fruity with hints of artichoke and almond. Moderately spicy with hints of rennet apple and a slight bit of bitterness.
Scores
TBA