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The Pacenti estate was established in 1970, with the purchase of the property north of Montalcino (Pelagrilli) by Siro, who then proceeded to plant some important vineyards, which are still there today, in the fresh, clay soils of the land overlooking Siena. In 1988, management passed into the hands of Giancarlo. This was the year of the harvest in which Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino Siro Pacenti were bottled for the first time. At the beginning of the Nineties, the estate expanded to include land south of Montalcino (Piancornello). Here, in soils rich in minerals, at the end of the Sixties Giancarlo’s maternal grandfather had planted five hectares of vineyard which were to prove particularly important in determining the characteristics of Siro Pacenti wines. This is now where the Sangiovese rootings used in the estate’s new plantations are reproduced. The Nineties were also marked by the start of the partnership with the University of Bordeaux and the first experiments on phenolic maturity applied to Sangiovese (Yves Glories). The new cellar was built between 2001 and 2004, combining technology and experience with respect for the grapes and the land.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Siro Pacenti winery located and in what part of Montalcino does it produce?

Siro Pacenti is located on the northern side of Montalcino, in the Pelagrilli area, on clay, cool soils facing Siena, joined in the 1990s by the mineral-rich soils of Piancornello, south of Montalcino. This combination of different terroirs plays a decisive role in the character of the winery's wines.

Who founded the Siro Pacenti winery? Is it a family business?

Yes: the winery began in 1970 when Siro Pacenti bought the Pelagrilli property. In 1988 management passed to his son Giancarlo, who bottled the first Siro Pacenti-labeled Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino. Between 2001 and 2004 a new cellar was built, combining technology and experience with respect for the grapes and the land.

What approach do they take in the vineyard at Siro Pacenti?

Since the 1990s the winery has worked with the University of Bordeaux, launching with winemaker Yves Glories some of the earliest experiments on phenolic ripeness applied to Sangiovese. A five-hectare vineyard in Piancornello, planted by Giancarlo's maternal grandfather in the late 1960s, is still used today to propagate Sangiovese vine cuttings for new plantings.

Has the Siro Pacenti winery received major awards?

Yes: the Siro Pacenti Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne 2010 received a perfect score of 100/100, while the 2015 vintage was named one of James Suckling's top wines. These accolades confirm the winery's reputation as one of the most modern and highly regarded interpretations of Brunello di Montalcino.

Can you visit the Siro Pacenti winery? Do they offer tastings?

Yes, the winery offers guided tours taking visitors through every stage of production: from the vineyards to fermentation, from aging to bottling, through to the distribution of its wines, including Brunello Vecchie Vigne, Rosso di Montalcino and Pelagrilli.