As a child, I never missed the opportunity to run into the cellar to watch what was, for me, a magic show: fragrances, colours, the continuous transformation of the wine were what made that place special, fostering the awareness of the path I wanted to take. Today I have the satisfaction of having achieved my goal of combining passion and work, one that I have subconsciously pursued since childhood.

I love our land and I have full respect for nature. This principle is shared by our enterprise, which was founded on the principle of cultivating the land in accordance with its cycles and seasons. Only in this way will nature repay us with fruits of great quality. This is how we achieve an excellent product: a unique wine, worthy and representative of this land.

As I sit under the same oak tree today, my gaze wanders over the fabulous landscape. This is where our company came to life, a project that I have shared in and contributed to since the very beginning. Sometimes, the passion and desire to build something together are there, and all it takes to give them shape is the right opportunity. In my role as sales manager, receptionist and sommelier, I have the chance to introduce people to our philosophy and production methods, but more importantly to the diversity and authentic flavour of our products. Visiting our estate and participating in a tasting event is a way to dive into the very soul of this slice of paradise that is Val d’Orcia.

My high-school diploma in agriculture with specialisation in oenology has afforded me comprehensive knowledge of wine and winemaking. So I decided to work in hospitality: offering wine tastings and guided tours of the wine cellars is the perfect job for me, as I love to share my passion with other people and accompany them on an experiential discovery journey into the flavours, colours and scents of my homeland.

The specific character of the area, and knowledge and traditions that are the result of years of experience of Tuscan winemaking.

I was born into a family of Tuscan winemakers, trained in Bordeaux and I’m working as enologist for two important biodynamic and organic farms in Tuscany. For several years now I have helped develop this young estate in the heart of Tuscany in one of the world’s most beautiful and impressive areas, the Val d’Orcia.

Sangiovese is the main grape variety grown here: it matures slowly, producing excellent results with an aromatic bouquet of ripe cherries and violets. The red wines additionally benefit from the typical sweet spices of the Sangiovese grapes of southern Tuscany, aged in wooden casks. The investment made in both vineyard and cellar permits meticulous attention and full respect for quality, with highly encouraging results...

It was the year 2007 and we, being in the family hotel business for over 200 years and six generations, had no hesitation because over the years we have always fostered a strong appreciation for special places. Those places that win you over from the very first moment, touching your heart and conveying a sense of peace and well-being. This was one of those places.

Three hectares of farmland, ideal for vineyards. Why not? The first one was planted in 2009 almost as a hobby, simply because we love nature. We became immediately aware that good will and a little free time would not be enough to successfully tend a vineyard or produce excellent wine. Passion is fundamental, but it is not enough: preparation, research, commitment, determination and experience are also required. Professionalism is needed. We required people with these qualities who shared our passions and our goals. We found the right people and, together with them, we have undertaken the challenging but exciting path towards a winery with high professional standards, a respectful awareness and attention to the land and the rhythms of nature, and dedication to organic and (where possible) biodynamic winegrowing and production.

Today the Tenuta Sanoner estate extends over 30 hectares of olive groves and vineyards. The latter are concentrated on 12 hectares that boast excellent conditions for the cultivation of grapes. We will seed the vines step by step, year after year, with the aim of producing outstanding organic wines that reflect the land of their origin. The first results are very encouraging.