The Val di Chiana is a broad agricultural basin in southern Tuscany, stretching between the provinces of Arezzo and Siena and framed by rolling hills that link the Arezzo area to Cortona, Montepulciano and the Sienese hills. The plain, shaped by the drying up of an ancient Pleistocene lake, alternates with higher hillsides, where viticulture benefits from particularly favourable conditions in terms of sun exposure, ventilation and temperature variation.
The vineyard landscape reflects the variety of soils: in the plains, alluvial and lacustrine deposits predominate, whilst on the hills one finds clays, sands and more calcareous substrates, which influence the structure, freshness and aromatic depth of the wines. The climate is temperate, with sunny summers and a good balance between daytime heat and cooler nights, particularly in the hilly areas.
The signature grape variety is Sangiovese, also known locally as Prugnolo Gentile in the Montepulciano area, which forms the basis of the most traditional red wines, including Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Rosso di Montepulciano. In the Arezzo area, particularly around Cortona, Syrah has also established a significant presence, alongside international and Tuscan varieties. There are also white grape varieties such as Trebbiano Toscano, Malvasia, Grechetto and Chardonnay, used to produce fresh, fragrant wines as well as wines intended for ageing.
Production emphasises both stainless steel vinification, aimed at highlighting the purity of the fruit, and longer macerations and ageing in wood for structured reds. The tradition of Vin Santo also preserves the ancient practice of drying the grapes and slow ageing, an expression of the rural culture of the Chiana region. The result is a diverse oenological heritage, capable of combining elegance, intensity and a strong sense of territorial identity.