Giodo
Summary
Giodo is a boutique 2.5-hectare Montalcino estate founded in 2002 by consulting enologist Carlo Ferrini, producing Brunello di Montalcino from Sangiovese vineyards positioned at 300-350 meters on Sant'Angelo in Colle's southwestern slopes. The intimate operation combines traditional methods with modern precision, featuring hand harvesting, meticulous grape selection, and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel before aging in French oak.
Heritage & Leadership
Giodo was established in 2002 by Carlo Ferrini in Montalcino, Tuscany. Ferrini, who has worked as a consulting enologist throughout Tuscany for over three decades, created this personal project to realize his vision of Brunello di Montalcino production. The estate represents the culmination of his extensive experience in Italian winemaking, particularly with Sangiovese in the Montalcino territory.
Vineyards & Wines
The Giodo estate encompasses 2.5 hectares of vineyards situated on the slopes of Sant'Angelo in Colle within the Montalcino denomination. The vineyards lie at elevations between 300 and 350 meters above sea level, with a southwestern exposure that maximizes sun exposure for optimal grape ripening. The estate focuses exclusively on Sangiovese, the sole grape variety permitted in Brunello di Montalcino DOCG production.
Philosophy & Practice
The winemaking approach at Giodo adheres to traditional Brunello di Montalcino methods while incorporating modern precision. Harvest is conducted entirely by hand, followed by careful grape selection. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving the pure expression of Sangiovese. The wines mature in French oak barrels, following the aging requirements for Brunello di Montalcino DOCG classification.