
Fibbiano
In the 1990s, amidst the fervor of Tuscan winemakers embracing international grape varieties over local blends, the Cantoni family stumbled upon a remarkable property boasting ancient vines, including a vineyard dating back to 1895.
Collaborating with Sangiovese expert Professor Bandinelli, they identified precious grape varieties like the SanForte clone, once overlooked but now revered for its robust Sangiovese expression. Fibbiano wines proudly showcase singular grape bottlings, offering a journey through Tuscan wine-blending heritage.
Embracing native yeasts and organic farming as inherent to their stewardship ethos, the Cantoni family, led by patriarch Giuseppe and supported by his children Nicola and Matteo, epitomizes a dedication to biodiversity and tradition.
With vineyards strategically placed on a historic hill between Pisa and Volterra, each site holds tales of antiquity, evidenced by an abundance of marine fossils in the soil. The estate spans 20 hectares of vineyards, 5 hectares of olive groves, and encompasses woodlands and arable land, encapsulating centuries of history and commitment to sustainable viticulture.
Available Wines:
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Fibbiano Vermentino Toscana IGT
100% organically farmed Vermentino. Native yeasts fermentation followed by 6 months of aging with the fine lees in concrete vats. Delicious aromas of lemon peel and lavender.
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"Le Pianette" Sangiovese/Colorino Toscana IGT
70% Sangiovese and 30% Colorino, both farmed from organic vineyards. Spontaneous fermentations in steel vats is followed by aging in concrete and Slavonian oak barrels. A classic Tuscan blend delivering all the hallmark aromas of coastal Sangiovese: juicy cherry, fresh herbs and a hint of tobacco.
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Ciliegiolo Toscana IGT
100% Ciliegiolo, a native grape of Central Italy related to Sangiovese and grown in particular on the Tuscan coast thanks to its ability to tolerate high temperatures. At Fibbiano, Ciliegiolo is manually harvested in mid September, and fermented with its own yeasts. Aged first in cement vats (with malolactic), then in large Slavonian oak casks for 12 months , and then in bottle for 4 months. This is a fruit-forward red loaded with cherry and raspberry aromas, framed by gentle tannins. Made from organic grapes.
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"L'Aspetto" Sangiovese/Canaiolo Toscana IGT
50% Sangiovese and 50% Canaiolo, from Fibbiano’s estate vineyards rich in marine shells and ancient corals. Fermented with the native yeasts in stainless steel, and then aged in cement vats (4 months, with malolactic fermentation), large Slavonian oak barrels (16 months), and bottle (12 months). Sangiovese meets his natural partner, Canaiolo, for a blend that delivers a mouthful of joyous cherry aromas, elegant notes of mediterranean shrub and a bright, sleek acidity on the finish.

Marine fossils in Fibbiano's vineyards

Old vines Sangiovese at Fibbiano

Fibbiano owner Matteo Cantoni

Large oak "botti" at Fibbiano

Coral reef fossils in Fibbiano's vineyards

Ancient corals