Chianti Classico and Organic Private Collection

Artigiano

Renzo Marinai estate, located in the Panzano UGA of Chianti Classico, spans approximately 33 hectares. Of this, over 8 hectares are vineyards, 13 hectares are dedicated to olives and other crops, and the rest is home to oaks, including the iconic evergreen Tuscan holm oak. At altitudes of 350–500 meters, the marl-rich soil is ideal for cultivating Sangiovese. Since Renzo Marinai arrived in San Martino a Cecione in 1996, new vineyards have been planted, and traditional dry stone walls carefully rebuilt to reflect the historic landscape. Under Tom Heidman’s guidance in 2014, two additional hectares of vineyards were planted, and more dry stone walls were constructed. Besides Sangiovese, the estate also grows Cabernet Sauvignon and native varieties, isuch as Tonda, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Mammolo, and Pugnitello.