Castello di Montepò Collection

The Royal Roots of Tuscan Winemaking Steeped in a monumental legacy, Castello di Montepò is the majestic southern stronghold of the legendary Biondi Santi family—the undisputed creators and founding fathers of Brunello di Montalcino. Located in the wild, pristine hills of the Tuscan Maremma, this breathtaking 11th-century medieval fortress was acquired by Jacopo Biondi Santi to forge a brave new path for his family's viticultural empire. Today, spearheaded by Jacopo alongside his son Tancredi, the estate masterfully weaves centuries of strict, traditional winemaking knowledge together with the vibrant, sun-drenched, and untamed maritime terroir of Scansano.

The BBS11 Clone & The Galestro-Galestric Mosaic What makes Castello di Montepò entirely unique in the coastal wine landscape is its genetic treasure trove. Jacopo brought the family's most prized asset directly from their historic Tenuta Greppo estate in Montalcino: the proprietary BBS11 (Brunello Biondi Santi, vine number 11) clone of Sangiovese.

• The Schistous Soil Engine: Planted across 50 hectares of rolling hills, these historic vines thrive in a singular soil matrix dominated by Galestro (shaly schistous clay) mixed with high-altitude marl and stone.

• Maritime Energy: Sitting higher than most coastal vineyards, the estate benefits from cool mountain breezes descending from Mount Amiata, which clash with warm, dry Mediterranean winds. This produces immense diurnal shifts, locking in jaw-dropping natural acidity, vibrant mineral focus, and exceptionally thick grape skins packed with pure, age-worthy polyphenols.

A Portfolio of Visionary Architecture From vibrant Everyday Tuscan gems to serious, highly collectible single-vineyard masterpieces, our Castello di Montepò collection delivers peerless precision:

• JeT Rosé: Named after Jacopo and Tancredi, this is a gorgeous, premium dry rosé crafted entirely from 100% Sangiovese (BBS11). It is crunchy, energetic, and brimming with wild pomegranate, ocean brine, and white peach notes.

• Sassoalloro Toscana IGT: The undisputed star and flagship of the estate. Crafted from 100% BBS11 Sangiovese and matured gracefully in uncharred French oak, it breaks the mold of coastal reds—delivering a beautifully elevated, vertical, and perfumed profile of fresh violets, pipe tobacco, wood smoke, and an impossibly silky tannic architecture.

• Schidione Toscana IGT: The ultra-allocated Super-Tuscan icon of the house. An aristocratic blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot designed for decades of transformation, showcasing brooding dark plum, cedarwood, black truffles, and majestic structure.

The Ultimate Gastronomic Pairings The combination of driving maritime freshness, elevated natural acidity, and fine-grained, chalky tannins makes Castello di Montepò an incredible addition to the dining room.

• Sassoalloro & Morellino: Perfect matches for traditional Tuscan fare—think wild boar ragù tossed over fresh pappardelle, slow-braised lamb shanks with rosemary, or a classic wood-fired Florentine steak.

• Braccale & JeT Rosé: Ideal for grilled pork loins, roasted duck breast with cherry reduction, wood-fired charcuterie boards, or tomato-based seafood stews (Cacciucco).

Shop Castello di Montepò at ZYN Explore the regal coastal precision of our Castello di Montepò collection in-store at ZYN Calgary or buy online at ZYN.ca. Every single bottle is handled with pristine provenance and nestled in our temperature-controlled cellars, ensuring the Biondi Santi family’s coastal legacy shines brilliantly at your table.