Valdicava is one of the most highly regarded producers in Montalcino, widely recognised for helping to elevate Brunello di Montalcino onto the global fine-wine stage. Founded in the late 1950s and still family-owned, the estate is run by Vincenzo Abbruzzese, whose meticulous, quality-driven approach has made Valdicava synonymous with powerful, ageworthy expressions of Sangiovese.
The estate’s vineyards are located in the northern part of the Montalcino appellation, an area known for producing Brunellos with structure, freshness and long ageing potential. This zone benefits from a slightly cooler microclimate compared with the southern sector, helping to preserve acidity and aromatic definition while still delivering the depth and concentration expected from top Brunello.
Valdicava is particularly known for its rigorous vineyard management, including low yields and detailed parcel selection. The estate places strong emphasis on vine health and optimal ripeness, ensuring that only the highest-quality fruit is used for its flagship wines. This disciplined approach underpins the consistency and longevity for which the domaine is known among collectors.
In the cellar, Valdicava combines traditional Brunello practices with a modern focus on precision. Long macerations and extended ageing help to build structure and complexity, while careful élevage allows the wines to develop their hallmark balance of power and refinement. The style is unapologetically serious, producing Brunellos built for long-term cellaring rather than early consumption.
Valdicava’s reputation has been further cemented by the iconic status of its single-vineyard bottling, Madonna del Piano, which is widely regarded as one of the great wines of Tuscany. More broadly, the estate is seen as a benchmark for collectors seeking Brunello with both scale and pedigree — a producer whose wines consistently command attention in the global fine-wine market.
