Argiano - Italy

The history of Domaine Argiano

One of the oldest estates in Montalcino

THEDomaine Argianois an integral part of the history ofMontalcino, since its origins date back to 1580. According to hypotheses, the name Argiano comes from the first Roman settlements which evoked the God Janus “Ara Jani”, or from the first country on the Orcia river, which has now become Argiano.

The construction of the winery marked a turning point for Argiano, as it signaled the beginning of the estate's winemaking vocation. While several noble families succeeded one another over the centuries, it wasn't until the 19th century that Dame Ersilia Caetani Lovatelli acquired the estate and developed Argiano's products within the cultural circles of the time. The products quickly became renowned, so much so that a great poet of the era, Carducci, praised them in one of his poems. The estate was even awarded a gold medal for its table wines and fine dessert wines at the Brussels Food Fair in 1932.

In 1992, the estate was acquired by Countess Noemi Marone Cinzano. She implemented numerous innovations, particularly in the management of the business. These investments marked a new era for the estate. Since 2013, the property has been managed byBernardino SaniThe estate remains one of the most renowned in Tuscany to this day.

The terroir of Domaine Argiano

In the lands of Tuscany

THEArgiano Estateextends over nearly50 hectaresin the heart of theTuscanyThe vines benefit from an exceptional terroir with marl, limestone and clay influences. The vineyard is located on a high-altitude plateau, allowing the vines to enjoy a Mediterranean climate, influenced by the sea.

The majority of the grape varieties planted are Sangiovese, a local grape variety, on40 hectaresCabernet Sauvignon, on the other hand, covers7 hectaresand the Merlot and Petit Verdot cover4 hectaresThe soil composition is very varied, tending towards limestone, marl, clay, sand or even rock.

The winemaking process at Domaine Argiano

Respect for the land and nature above all

ForBernardino SaniIt is essential to vinify the wines in the purest and most environmentally friendly way possible. Therefore, the vines are cultivated by dividing them into micro-terroirs, in order to best respect the essence of the terroir.

The estate has also been among the first companies in the Montalcino region to eliminate all single-use plastics since 2019.Domaine ArgianoThe estate also practices organic and regenerative agriculture. The wines produced there are of exceptional quality, with a distinctive character and identity. This is due in particular to the cutting-edge technology used and the aging process in the estate's historic cellars.