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Mastrojanni Estate
Mastrojanni Estate
Country of Origin: Italy
Location: Montalcino
People: Illy Family, Owners | Andrea Machetti, Oenologist & CEO | Maurizio Castelli, Winemaker


Located in the Southeastern area of Montalcino, the family-owned Mastrojanni winery has been operating since 1976. It was at that time that the vision of attorney Gabriele Mastrojanni was brought to life, as he literally installed every part of the estate (vineyards, cellar, water) himself, and had to rely on his ability to create a masterful Brunello to help return his investment.

The inactive Mount Amiata lends great character to the 44 hectares of Sangiovese growing in this estate, as the soils are rich in gravel, clay, and limestone. Mastrojanni is known primarily for its rich, full-bodied Brunelli which are collected by connoisseurs worldwide, with a true following of wine-lovers. It should be noted that varying amounts of these sought-after wines are produced every year, as the quantity will depend on the quality of the vintage. The only wine produced here that is not aged in 100% Slavonian barriques is the 'San Pio', which requires the influence of French oak.

About Andrea Machetti: He was born 50 years ago and has always lived in Montalcino. He never forgot his rural origins and at the beginning of the '80s, he first started his studies in agriculture. He first joined the Montadison Chemical Company and in 1983 he was asked to join the staff developing the new enological techniques in the new cellar at Villa Banfi. During this time he met Maurizio Castelli, a famous enologist who was the technical manager at Castiglion del Bosco – a 1200 hectares extended farm- who wanted Andrea Machetti by his side during the take over from Prenatal Company to Taliani family as vice technician and account manager to build the farm up as a winery.

The partnership between Andrea Machetti and Maurizio Castelli was a success and Castelli, who in the mean time became consultant enologist for many wineries in Montalcino. He spoke about Machetti to the Mastrojanni family as the only man capable of managing the great skills of the winery cooperating with one of the sons in the production and sales of wines. So in June 1992 he started this new adventure having the chance to apply all his knowledge and skills with all the love and passion for his territory. His philosophy perfectly fit in with the lawyer Gabriele (founder of the winery) one: "tradition first", wine comes first from the vineyard and only the maturing happens in the cellar. This is the reason why the Mastrojanni family has left him in charge to manage the vineyards, the cellar and his assistants. Often happened that the wine press would criticize him for his traditional wines but he stuck to his way without being involved with new enological trends, proud of the results recognized by the same press which criticized him.

His greatest goal has been not to introduce barriques into the cellar because he has always stated that Sangiovese has to maintain both its proper features and the ones given by the soil totally integral aging in great capacity botti. In the following years many events such as the death of the founders, the inheritance of the winery (which had in the meantime become a national and international brand) to their sons lead Andrea Machetti to manage the new Mastrojanni winery with the same old love and passion.

During these years a new neighbor arrived. Francesco Illy, always a lover of Mastrojanni wines, bought the nearby farm and started wine production. A great friendship was born. That is the reason why at the moment when first troubles started between the Mastrojanni brothers, Andrea Machetti asked Franceso Illy to acquire this small pearl. Francesco Illy became the spokesman of this proposal to his family who did not let this chance pass by acquiring through the Illy Group in September 2008, naming Andrea Machetti as CEO.

From Gambero Rosso 2012
"A great deal of work is going on at Mastrojanni. The new estate is investing in the cellar above all, both in technology and in medium-sized wooden casks. Andrea Machetti applies his usual enthusiasm to running this traditional old winery whose greatest virtues are its quality and the position of its vineyards, now completely renewed. The wines display the typical south-western Montalcino style with lovely rich extract and rather austere tannins in the early years."
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Reviews
Mastrojanni 2007 'Vigna Loreto' Brunello di Montalcino
Rating: 93

A rich red, sporting cherry and plum flavors that are accented by licorice and spice notes. This appears soft initially, but the structure sneaks up on you. Delivers ample fruit, with a spicy tobacco finish. Best from 2014 through 2027.

- The Wine Spectator (10/15/2012)

Mastrojanni 2007 Brunello di Montalcino
Rating: 90

Cherry and plum fruit is locked up within the firm, slightly hard-edged structure in this red, causing the wine to come off as angular and austere. But there's a core of sweet fruit and a long finish. Best from 2014 through 2026.

- The Wine Spectator (10/1/2012)

Mastrojanni 2007 Brunello di Montalcino
Rating: 91

Bright medium red. Aromas of redcurrant, spices and dried flowers complicated by licorice and menthol. Smooth and plush in the middle, but with very good verve and definition to the intense red berry and licorice flavors. Concentrated, nicely balanced Brunello with smooth tannins, classic dryness and very good finishing lift and length.

- International Wine Cellar (8/1/2012)

Mastrojanni 2007 Brunello di Montalcino
Rating: 92

Here's a dark, austere expression of Brunello, with layers of exotic spices, toasted nut, cardamom and underbrush. Small berry fruit comes through as raspberry and black current. In the mouth, the wine is bright, defined and firm, showing solid tannic structure.

- The Wine Enthusiast (5/1/2012)

Mastrojanni 2007 Brunello di Montalcino
Rating: 93

The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino is a big wine loaded with personality. Sweet dark cherries, licorice, smoke and leather burst from the glass in this explosive, rich Brunello. Layers of flavor develop with air, filling out the wine's broad-shouldered frame very nicely. Firm tannins support the generous finish. This is a fabulous showing from Mastrojanni. The Brunello was fermented in cement and aged cask for 36 months. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027.

- The Wine Advocate (4/30/2012)