The vineyards of Terre dei Ghelfi
The vineyards
The place where everything comes to life
Immersed in the heart of the municipality of Castagneto Carducci, the 7 hectares of vineyards of Terre dei Ghelfi stretch between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Tuscan hills, in an area renowned for its unique and harmonious terroirs. Here, thanks to the combination of ancient marine soils, constant sea breezes, and excellent drainage, wines are born that embody elegance, structure, and longevity.
Our vineyards, divided into different areas, host both red and white varieties typical of Bolgheri, cultivated with passion and in full respect of organic farming principles.
Soils
The hidden richness beneath the vines
The territory of Bolgheri is a unique geological mosaic, where the soils tell ancient stories of seas, rivers, and hills. This diversity gives Terre dei Ghelfi wines their distinctive complexity, elegance, and character.
Our vineyards, spread across different areas, host both red and white varieties typical of Bolgheri, cultivated with passion and in full respect of organic farming principles.
In the historic part of the estate, at the foot of the village of Castagneto Carducci, the vineyards, more than twenty years old, grow on sandy red soils of marine origin that are deep and well drained. Here we cultivate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, which, thanks to this type of soil, develop structure, complex aromas and remarkable longevity.
In the more recent vineyard areas, near the Fosso di Bolgheri, the soils become darker, more compact and richer in clay, able to retain water even during the hottest summers. These conditions bring balance and freshness to Cabernet Franc, Vermentino, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in wines of depth, harmony and elegant expression.
It is precisely the combination of these two environments, the sandy lightness and the clayey solidity, that allows us to produce wines with a unique personality, elegant, complex and deeply connected to the terroir of Bolgheri.
The varieties
Five varieties, one territory of excellence
In the vineyards of Terre dei Ghelfi we cultivate five distinctive grape varieties, each with its own identity, together telling the story of Bolgheri’s rich territory. Their diversity, combined with the strength of the terroir and our commitment to organic farming, allows us to create wines that are elegant, complex and profoundly authentic.
Cabernet Sauvignon
The king of international grape varieties finds its maximum expression here in Bolgheri: structure, aromatic depth and ageing potential.
Merlot
Soft, velvety and enveloping, it gives our wines harmony and roundness, enhancing the most welcoming aspects of the territory.
Syrah
Spicy, intense and full of character, it adds complexity and Mediterranean notes that reflect the character of the Tuscan coast.
Cabernet Franc
Elegant and refined, it brings freshness, vibrant acidity and herbaceous aromas that enrich blends with balance and finesse.
Vermentino
The white wine symbol of the coast, fresh and mineral, with aromas of citrus fruits and Mediterranean herbs, encapsulating the sea breeze and light of Bolgheri.
The products
Tradition, time and excellence: our approach to winemaking
The harvest takes place between September and October, when the grapes reach the perfect balance between ripeness and freshness. All the clusters are carefully hand-picked to preserve the integrity of the fruit and respect its essence. In the cellar, the grapes are vinified separately and handled with great care, following temperature-controlled processes to maintain their natural aromas and varietal characteristics. The wines are aged in French oak barriques and terracotta amphorae to enhance their elegance, depth and authenticity.
This is how our wines are born: Bolgheri Rosso DOC, Bolgheri Rosso DOC with no added sulfites, our Bolgheri Superiore DOC and Vermentino di Toscana IGT, different expressions of the same philosophy, all united by the authentic character of Bolgheri.