Le Ragnaie 'Vigna Vecchia' Brunello di Montalcino 2021

Vigna Vecchia represents the historic heart of Le Ragnaie. Sourced from the estate’s oldest vineyard, planted near the winery at high elevation, this single-vineyard Brunello offers a uniquely complete expression of Sangiovese—combining aromatic detail, textural depth, and structural balance.

In the 2021 vintage, Vigna Vecchia stands out for its sense of harmony. Where other sites emphasize either tension or power, this wine brings everything into proportion: fruit, acidity, tannin, and savory nuance unfolding seamlessly. It is a Brunello that feels composed from the outset, yet clearly destined to evolve with grace.

Quick Facts

• Region: Tuscany, Italy

• Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

• Vineyard: Vigna Vecchia (single vineyard)

• Vine Age: Estate’s oldest vines

• Elevation: High-altitude site near Montalcino village

• Varietal: 100% Sangiovese

• Vinification: Concrete fermentation, native yeasts

• Aging: Large-format Slavonian oak

• Alcohol: ~13.5%

• Style: Harmonious, layered, long-lived Brunello

Tasting Profile

• Aromatics: Red cherry, crushed raspberry, dried flowers, balsamic herbs, subtle spice

• Palate: Seamless and layered, with refined red fruit, savory undertones, and mineral tension

• Structure: Polished, fine-grained tannins with excellent integration

• Overall Impression: Complete, expressive, and quietly profound

Why We Love It

Vigna Vecchia captures the soul of Le Ragnaie in its most balanced form. Old vines bring natural concentration and complexity, while elevation preserves freshness and lift. For collectors, this is a Brunello that rewards patience not through sheer power, but through nuance, texture, and evolving detail—an ideal bottle for thoughtful, long-term enjoyment.

Winemaking & Viticulture

The Vigna Vecchia vineyard sits adjacent to the estate winery and represents Le Ragnaie’s oldest plantings. These mature vines naturally limit yields, producing fruit of depth and balance. Fermentation is carried out in concrete vats with native yeasts, followed by extended maceration to build structure with finesse. Aging takes place exclusively in large-format Slavonian oak, allowing the wine to develop slowly and transparently, with minimal intervention from vineyard to bottle.

Serving & Pairing

Approachable with extended aeration, though best enjoyed after time in the cellar. Pair with refined, savory dishes such as roasted meats, truffle-forward cuisine, porcini mushrooms, or aged hard cheeses.

Drinking Window

2026–2048+
Early on, the wine shows balance and aromatic clarity; with time, it is expected to gain layered savory complexity, silkier tannins, and greater depth while maintaining freshness and poise.

Estate Overview

Le Ragnaie is one of Montalcino’s most respected estates, celebrated for its high-elevation vineyards and classical, site-transparent approach to Brunello di Montalcino. Under Riccardo Campinoti’s stewardship, the winery emphasizes traditional methods, minimal intervention, and long-term balance—producing wines that stand among the most refined and age-worthy expressions in the appellation.