Montevertine, Le Pergole Torte 2022 (6 Bottles in Original Wood Case)
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The story of Montevertine is one of quiet rebellion and an uncompromising devotion to the soul of the Sangiovese grape. It is an institution with a weighted physical soul, founded in the heart of Radda in Chianti by Sergio Manetti, who famously broke from the Chianti Classico consortium to preserve the purity of his vision. This heritage acts as a permanent record of the estate’s independence, where the high-altitude vineyards and cool climate produce a wine of ethereal beauty. By acquiring a bottle of Montevertine, you are partaking in a legacy where the bottle is as much a work of art as the liquid inside, a tradition that began with a deep friendship and a shared love for the aesthetic.
Le Pergole Torte serves as a stable pillar for the estate, standing as the first 100% Sangiovese vinified in Radda since its inaugural 1977 vintage. What makes this wine truly singular for the collector is the iconic collaboration with the late Emilian artist Alberto Manfredi, whose stylized portraits of women have graced the labels since 1982. This partnership transformed the wine into a profound platform for artistic expression, where every vintage features a unique "portrait of a lady" selected from Manfredi’s vast archives. There is a grounded rhythmic joy in seeing how the brushstrokes and colors of each woman’s face—some opulent and soft, others austere and surly—mirror the specific character of the harvest. This provides a distinguished atmosphere that remains like nothing else in Tuscany, delivering a sensory experience where the mastery of the "Sangiovese whisperer" Giulio Gambelli meets the timeless beauty of Manfredi’s art.
Origin: Radda in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
The Artist: Alberto Manfredi (1930–2001), a master whose works continue to define the wine's identity.
The Label Legacy: Since 1988, every bottle in every case features Manfredi's art, making each vintage a unique gallery piece for the collector.
Varietal: 100% Sangiovese (Sangioveto)
Aromatic Profile: Marasca Cherry, Violets, Crushed Stones, and Tobacco Leaf.
Significance: A true blue-chip collectible that defies classification, valued as much for its unrivaled aging potential (25+ years) as for its status as a masterpiece of Italian culture and art.