Collection: San Felice

[The producer redefining Sangiovese in Chianti Classico]

Agricola San Felice is steeped in local legend and history: San Felice was named after an early Christian saint from the area in the 18th century, and the property was purchased by the Grisaldi del Taggia family, founding members of the Chianti Classico Consortium.

The family had been producing wine for centuries until 1968, when it was acquired by Enzo Morganti, who had spent 20 years researching Sangiovese clones at Tenuta di Liriano before taking over.

At San Felice, he overhauled the historic estate, focusing on high-quality winemaking, systematic scientific research, and the acquisition of prime vineyards, including Montalcino's Campo Giovanni in 1984. Today, the estate includes a 1,853-acre resort property, 445 acres of vineyards, and a 44-acre plot for experimental viticulture and Sangiovese genetic improvement.

The vineyards are located among the gentle hills of the Castelnuovo Berardenga region of Chianti Classico. The vines are planted on two different soil types: calcareous clay and a sand-limestone combination. The mineral-rich clay soil allows the Sangiovese vines to grow slowly and steadily, producing exceptionally well-balanced grapes.

In addition to indigenous varieties like the classic Tuscan Sangiovese, the estate also grows international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Like Enzo, winemaker Leonardo Berraccini has spent most of his career cultivating Sangiovese, carrying on the legacy of tradition, research and experimentation.