Le Gode
Owned by the family since 1960 Ripaccioli is still conducted at the household level. By capitalizing on the work started by his father Ilano in the seventies, the 1995 harvest marked the first production and consequent commercialization of Brunello di Montalcino. Azienda Agraria Le Gode, the business center and winery are the result of a careful restructuring of the characteristic farmhouse in the Tuscan tradition. The winery is also equipped with the latest technology placed at the service of a traditional production philosophy. The wine is made in stainless steel tanks with capacities from 50 to 75 hectoliters and temperature controlled. The consequent aging stage takes place in the cellar where , in an appropriate environment, the Brunello di Montalcino in barrels with an average capacity of 25 hectoliters Slavonian oak, for a period that varies according to the vintage, but still not less than two years, matures and evolves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded the Le Gode winery? Is it a family business?
Yes: the property has belonged to the Ripaccioli family since 1960, with the work begun by father Ilano in the 1970s. The first production and sale of Brunello di Montalcino dates to the 1995 harvest. The winery's headquarters and cellar were created by renovating a characteristic traditional Tuscan farmhouse.
What approach do they take in the cellar at Le Gode?
Vinification takes place in 50- to 75-hectoliter stainless steel tanks at free temperature, while Brunello aging takes place in 25-hectoliter Slavonian oak casks for no less than two years: a traditional philosophy supported by modern technology.
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