Ciacci Piccolomini d`Aragona
Ciacci Piccolomini d`Aragona
Located to the southeast of Montalcino, close to the charming medieval village of Castelnuovo dell’Abate, the Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona estate can trace its rich heritage back as far as the 17th Century. After several centuries of ownership under different noble families, the Ciacci family from nearby Castelnuovo dell’Abate purchased the entire estate and retained it for over a hundred years until the death of Countess Elda Ciacci in 1985. As the Countess had no children, she left the property to her long standing and well-respected Estate Manager. Giuseppe Bianchini, much to his amazement. Giuseppe applied a brand new and refreshing philosophy to the Palazzo del Vescovo and winery, which in turn improved quantity and more importantly quality, as well as opening the door to the export market. Sadly, Giuseppe passed away in 2004, however, his hard work and dedication has been continued by his son and daughter, Paolo, and Lucia Bianchini (pictured). The siblings have developed the property with the helping hand of consultant oenologist, Paolo Vagaggini, to become known as one of the most distinguished producers in Brunello di Montalcino.
