Castello di Meleto is a complex and fascinating reality where history, wine, and tourism intertwine. Located in Gaiole in Chianti, 30 km from Siena and 60 km from Florence, in the heart of Chianti Classico, one of the most well-known Italian wine areas in the world.

The history of Castello di Meleto is quite unique, and it has passed through different eras over the centuries. Its connection with wine began in the 11th century with the Benedictine monks, but it was in 1256 that the first written mention of its name appeared. Since then, the external appearance of the castle has remained almost unchanged: at first sight, the fortress appears perfectly intact.

The mission of Viticola Toscana was to move away from a more industrialized agricultural approach of the 1960s and rediscover the ancient roots of wine production. Viticola Toscana is the realization of a dream shared by many individuals who, pooling their resources and savings, accomplished something extraordinary. That is why, more than anywhere else, the highest value at Castello di Meleto is attributed to people.

The Chianti Classico Riserva is the result of the selection of the best hand-picked grapes, from the 5 sub-zones of Casi, Meleto, Poggiarso, Moci and San Pietro. The result is a combination that best holds together the real soul of Meleto, the variety of its terroir and its microclimates and the magnificent complexity of the most iconic wine in the area.

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