TERRE NERE

San Gimignano

Toscana

Owner: Vallone’s family

Viticulture: Organic/Sustainable

The Terre Nere estate stretches over 37 acres, at an elevation of 840 feet, 6 miles south-east of Montalcino.

All the vineyards are in hilly areas and enjoy excellent sun exposure while being embraced by a constantly blowing breeze provided by Monte Amiata and Monte Nero.

The Orcia river flows in the valley below the vines, moderating the temperature of a hot season.

The dark terrain is composed of galestro, a mixture of loose marl and limestone. Galestro guarantees good drainage and forces the vines to sink their roots deep into the soil which results in healthy maturation of the grapes.

The special dark galestro soil gives the winery its name, Terre Nere.