Castello di Monsanto spreads across 72 hectares in Toscana, dispersed over four vineyards at altitudes between 280 and 320 meters. Fabrizio and Laura Bianchi steward Il Poggio, Scanni, Il Mulino, and Il Salcio. Il Poggio made history as the first Chianti Classico to bear a single vineyard's name. In 1968, white grapes disappeared from its recipe. Fabrizio planted Chardonnay vines in the mid-1970s beyond the Chianti Classico zone. The portfolio includes Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Trebbiano, and Malvasia. The Fabrizio Bianchi Rosato emerges through short maceration, not saignée. La Chimera Vinsanto Occhio di Pernice draws from Sangiovese harvested in October and dried through the following winter. La Chimera Vinsanto, made from Trebbiano and Malvasia, follows the same October harvest and drying arc into early February.
Castello di Monsanto focuses on Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Trebbiano, Malvasia. Signature bottles include Il Poggio, Castello di Monsanto Riserva, Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico, Fabrizio Bianchi Sangioveto Grosso, Monsanto Toscana IGT, Nemo, Fabrizio Bianchi Chardonnay, Fabrizio Bianchi Rosato, La Chimera Vinsanto Occhio di Pernice, La Chimera Vinsanto. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Castello di Monsanto welcomes dogs. Policies usually cover outdoor areas only and expect dogs on a leash. Call ahead if you're bringing more than one, or if the weather is pushing everyone indoors.
Yes, Castello di Monsanto offers vineyard tours. Options include: Virtual Vineyard Tour and Virtual Cellar Tour. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Castello di Monsanto is in Monsanto I, Toscana, in the Toscana wine region. Phone: 055 805 9000. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Castello di Monsanto was established in 1961, giving the estate 65 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Castello di Monsanto is led by Fabrizio Bianchi, Laura Bianchi. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Castello di Monsanto has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
