G2785GVtylera, May 2026
A truly special Chianti Classico experience
Fattoria di Montemaggio was one of the highlights of our time in Radda. This is not a massive, commercial winery experience. It is intimate, thoughtful, and deeply connected to the land. Producing around 20,000 bottles annually, Montemaggio feels personal in the best possible way: small enough that every detail matters, but serious enough that the wines are exceptional.
From the start, Francesco made the visit memorable. He was knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely passionate, taking his time to explain everything without ever making the experience feel rushed or rehearsed. We learned so much about what separates Chianti Classico from broader Chianti wines, the importance of harvest windows, and the winery’s organic, nature-first approach to protecting the grapes while respecting the soil, insects, and surrounding ecosystem.
You can feel that they care not only about making great wine, but about preserving the history and integrity of the land.
And the wines were incredible! The Chianti Classico was stellar, and the Riserva took it even further. But the Emma bottle absolutely stopped us in our tracks: beautiful red fruit, raspberry jam, baking spices, and a subtle minerality that made it both elegant and juicy. It was one of those Sangiovese wines you keep thinking about after the tasting ends. We loved it so much we bought a dozen bottles.
The setting and format made the whole experience even better. Our blind tasting was relaxed, casual, and fun, and we ended up meeting a fantastic couple along the way. Swapping stories about the USA, Canada, and Italy made the visit feel less like a scheduled tasting and more like an afternoon with new friends.
If you are looking for something authentic, tucked into the hills of Radda, with exceptional wines and a warm, family-like atmosphere, Fattoria di Montemaggio is absolutely worth visiting. Raw, real, informative, and deeply satisfying. A beautifully done experience from start to finish.
