Tenute Silvio Nardi Archivi — Enoteca di Piazza

Silvio Nardi was the owner of one of the first top-factories of agricultural machines. Founded in 1895, it was known all over the world. He buys Casale del Bosco’s estate in Montalcino, realizing what still was just a hobby for him. Thanks to Silvio Nardi’s ideas, Casale del Bosco wins the price of the most groundbreaking agricultural firm. This primacy is confirmed again the year after. Silvio Nardi is the first foreigner to invest in the wine business in Montalcino, which wasn’t but a small unknown town. He gives birth to the first bottle of Brunello from Casale del Bosco’s cellar. The Brunello di Montalcino wine Consortium was still far from being created. Silvio Nardi buys Manachiara’s estate, 40 hectares of vineyards, located near Castelnuovo dell’Abate, 25 km from Casale del Bosco. The valuable CRU of Brunello still takes its name from this vineyard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Tenute Silvio Nardi winery located and in what part of Montalcino does it produce?

Tenute Silvio Nardi owns two estates in Montalcino: Casale del Bosco, in the northwestern part of the municipality, home to the offices and main cellar, and Manachiara, to the southeast, about 25 km away, with eastern exposure and high-quality soils. This second vineyard gives its name to the Brunello cru of the same name.

Who founded the Tenute Silvio Nardi winery? Is it a family business?

Yes: Silvio Nardi, owner in Umbria of one of Italy's first agricultural machinery companies, bought the Casale del Bosco estate in Montalcino in 1950, among the first 'outsiders' to invest in the local wine industry. Thanks to his ideas, Casale del Bosco won the award for most innovative farm two years running. Today the winery is led by his daughter Emilia Nardi.

What wines does Tenute Silvio Nardi produce?

Production includes Brunello di Montalcino, also in the Manachiara and Poggio Doria cru versions, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva and Moscadello di Montalcino. Manachiara, in particular, takes its name from the estate of the same name bought by Silvio Nardi and is one of the winery's most recognized labels.

Can you visit Tenute Silvio Nardi? Do they offer tastings?

Yes, the winery offers a basic tasting of four wines, with two different vintages of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, as well as a more exclusive experience with a guided tasting of six selected wines, including two vintages of Manachiara, two of Poggio Doria, the Riserva and Moscadello di Montalcino.