An Old Vineyard with Heritage Montefili Joins the Old Vine Conference

Deep in the heart of Chianti Classico, nestled among ancient hills that hold golden vineyards in their embrace, there is one estate that writes its history with each passing season. Vecchie Terre di Montefili, in the tranquil landscape of Panzano in Chianti, has long been celebrated for its devotion to traditional winemaking. Now, with its official membership in the Old Vine Conference, Montefili's humble passion has found its place among the world's vigneron vanguard.

This achievement is met with a narrative that is half history, half craftsmanship and half devotion and it starts with the vines.

The Soul of Montefili Lives on in the Vines

At the center of Montefili's story is Anfiteatro, a vineyard that was planted more than 50 years ago. Its ancient Sangiovese vines dig deep into Galestro soils, extracting the essence of the land with each vintage. These are not vines. They are living witnesses to decades of care and a philosophy of restraint.

To Montefili winemaker and agronomist Serena Gusmeri, the vineyard is more than a fruit producer. It is a tale told in layers of complexity, character, and time. "Being selected by the Old Vine Conference is a recognition that speaks to the heart of Montefili," she says. "It is a testament to the centuries of tradition held within our 50-year-old Anfiteatro vineyard and the spirit of Chianti Classico that it brings to every glass."

A Global Movement in the Heart of London

June 17, and Anfiteatro is off to London to attend the 2025 Old Vine Conference Trade and Media Tasting. At Vagabond Wines Monument, the tasting consists of 150 old-vines wines from across the globe. It's not a tasting. It's a celebration of wines from vines that have survived to produce wines that carry the tale of place, time and survival.

Serena Gusmeri will introduce Montefili, guiding visitors through the story of Anfiteatro. Each sip gives a glimpse of the vineyard's natural rhythm balance of aroma, structure and authenticity only time can provide.

The Power and Beauty of Old Vines

Old vines are more than a farming asset. They are cultural reference points, containing within them the experience that younger vines have yet to acquire. Their reduced yields are not a deficit, but an asset, focusing flavor and whispering subtlety. Montefili's dedication to maintaining its old vines is pragmatic and beautiful. Every decision in the vineyard is made with respect, from pruning methods to tending the soil, all geared to enable those old vines to grow.

Attendance at the Old Vine Conference is a recognition of this philosophy. It is also a chance to share it with a wider audience. The conference includes masterclasses from some of the world's most respected voices in viticulture, speaking about the special qualities that old vines impart to wine. For Montefili, it is a chance to engage in serious discussion about tradition, sustainability and the future of vinification.

A Call to Experience the Past and Welcome the Future Montefili's attendance at the Old Vine Conference is more than a mark of excellence. It is a reaffirmation of values. In an increasingly speed- and innovation-driven world, Montefili stands for something different commitment to tested and proven ways, to the character of old vines, and to the refinement that results from being in harmony with nature.

Consumers and wine enthusiasts will have the opportunity to taste Anfiteatro in an environment that respects its history. It is not just a wine. It is a history in a bottle. And now, that history is part of a larger world story, shared with other legendary producers who respect the subtle strength of age.

Why This Matters to Wine Lovers and Connoisseurs

For collectors and connoisseurs, wines like Anfiteatro offer more than added quality. They offer history, depth and meaning. To be able to say that a wine is produced from vines that have survived fifty years of seasons is to add depth to every sip. It is to remember that good wine doesn't merely get produced. It's cultivated, nurtured and protected.

Montefili's path, from its Chianti vineyard slope to London stages, testifies to a truth that is growing more vital in the wine world that longevity and authenticity are not fads. They are lasting precepts.

A Toast to Enduring Beauty

While Montefili steps into the spotlight at the Old Vine Conference, it does so humbly but purposefully. The estate remains grounded in their earth and faithful to their vines. But they are also part of a movement to preserve what is precious and limited in the world of wine.

To taste Anfiteatro is to taste history. To be an advocate for estates like Montefili is to invest in a future where history and greatness do matter. And for wine lovers, there is perhaps no greater pleasure than that.

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