Castello Banfi
Castello Banfi is one of the most famous wineries of the ilcinese territory in the World.
Born in 1978 from the idea of John and Harry Mariani, two Italian-American brothers passionate about enology, Castello Banfi represents the success of a new way of producing wine of the highest quality that perfectly integrates tradition and innovation.
To help the Mariani family soon arrives Ezio Rivella, a leading personality in the wine industry, which immediately sees great potential in this cutting-edge project.
Thanks to the characteristics of the territory from the point of view of soil composition and microclimate, Castello Banfi soon became a model to imitate, able to tell the best Brunello di Montalcino in a modern key not only in Italy and the United States, but in the whole world.
Over time Castello Banfi has expanded, bringing its techniques to other regions such as Emilia, Piedmont and South America, in which it combines the characteristics of each individual terroir to the specific techniques acquired during their experience in Tuscany.
Tenuta Banfi consists of 2830 hectares, divided into orchards, olive groves, woods, uncultivated land and vineyards. The vineyards cover about 900 hectares and are cultivated with Sangiovese grosso, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Vermentino.
The cellar, innovative and cutting-edge, allows to maintain almost unchanged the authentic flavors of the grapes, thanks to the careful selection, the aging in barrique and the use of advanced technologies.
The productions include: Plum Brandy, Badalei, Belnero, Brunello di Montalcino (Annata or Riserva, in the versions Poggio alle Mura, Poggio all’oro, Vigna Marrucheto), Brut, Centine (in the version Bianco, Rosè and Rosso), Chianti (of Annata or Riserva, in the Classico or Superiore version), Col di Sasso, Colle Pino, Cum Laude, Excelsus, Fontanelle, Fumaio, Grappa del Castello, La Pettegola, Le Rime, Moscadello di Montalcino Florus, Olio Extravergine di Oliva, Rosso di Montalcino, Salsa Etrusca, San Angelo, Summus, Vigne Regali (in the version Asti and Rosa Regale).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Castello Banfi located and in what part of Montalcino does it produce?
Castello Banfi is located in Montalcino, with a 2,830-hectare estate of which about 900 are under vine, planted with Sangiovese Grosso, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Vermentino. The property also includes orchards, olive groves, woodland and Castello di Poggio alle Mura, part of the estate since 1983.
Who founded Castello Banfi?
Castello Banfi was founded in 1978 out of an idea by Italian-American brothers John and Harry Mariani, already established wine importers in the United States. Working with winemaker Ezio Rivella, the winery combined tradition and innovation, becoming an international model for producing Brunello di Montalcino in a modern style.
What wines does Castello Banfi produce? Which are the best known?
The range is extensive and includes Brunello di Montalcino in the Poggio alle Mura, Poggio all'Oro and Vigna Marrucheto versions, Rosso di Montalcino, the Supertuscans Excelsus and Summus, Chianti Classico and Superiore, Moscadello Florus and San Angelo, alongside sparkling wines such as Brut and the Vigne Regali line.
Can you visit Castello Banfi? Do they offer tastings?
Yes, the Castello Banfi Wine Resort offers tours of the vineyards and the modern winemaking facility, designed to allow visitors to observe the whole production process, with guided tastings of the winery's wines, from Brunello di Montalcino to wines from Bolgheri, Chianti Classico and Piedmont.
Are Castello Banfi wines distributed abroad?
Yes: from its founding, thanks to the Mariani brothers' experience as importers in the United States, Castello Banfi has played a decisive role in making Brunello di Montalcino known beyond Italy's borders, also exporting its production techniques to other Italian regions and to South America.
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Castello Banfi Belnero 2017
750 ml Standard
Original price was: €16,00.€14,50Current price is: €14,50.
