Livio Sassetti

Before Brunello di Montalcino was granted its official designation of origin in 1967, Livio Sassetti had already begun producing first-class Sangiovese wines. The winemaker has a special knack for locating the best vineyard sites and was born and raised in the renowned area of Montosoli.

As one of the co-founders of the Brunello Consortium, Sassetti is one of the most important top producers who have unwaveringly believed in the potential of Sangiovese in this magnificent wine-growing zone. Their collective pioneering spirit has ultimately been able to give the world-renowned Brunello di Montalcino its prestige and its very special appeal.

The vines are planted in a south-easterly direction on the northern slopes of the hill town, most of which are made up of calcareous clay soils. Under a bright blue sky, the sunlight here reflects on the light subsoil, which is rich in ancient marine fossils. Livio's successor Lorenzo Sassetti now farms some of the most attractive vineyards in Montalcino with his wife Sabina - especially when it comes to the soil conditions for growing the demanding Sangiovese grapes.

These magnificent vineyards, together with part of the historic Podere Pertimali estate, were purchased in 1960 by Livio, after whom the idyllic winery was named. The spicy taste of Sassetti Brunello and its Riserva is often complemented by a deep black cherry fruit. However, this style is not only due to the prime vineyards in Montosoli. It is above all, more recently, the critical and meticulous cellar work of Livio's son Lorenzo, thanks to which the house's wine style has now become unmistakable.

The use of the 33-hectolitre barrels, which preserve the typical fruit intensity of Sangiovese, gives the wines the special charm of the traditional Brunello style. Over the years, Lorenzo Sassetti has succeeded in constantly perfecting his father's unique signature through modern production methods, while still remaining true to tradition in a respectful manner. At his senior's side, he continues to create amazingly elegant Brunello wines in this historic winery, which are without a doubt among the best in the region.

In 1999, the Sassetti family bought an additional plot of land in the Maremma. Here at the La Querciolina vineyard, DOC Montecucco, the family produces an excellent Montecucco Rosso from 100% Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"If I could only drink one Brunello, it would be one from Pertimali. This producer has been making sensational wines since 1982." Robert Parker