Castello di Querceto

What Castello di Querceto does

Castello di Querceto is a privately held Italian wine estate and agriturismo operator headquartered in Greve in Chianti (Florence province), owned by the François family since 1897 and producing wine since 1904. The estate is structured as Castello di Querceto Società Agricola S.p.A., employs 11-50 people, and operates from a 16th-century castle complex with vineyards and olive groves situated between 350 and 520 meters above sea level in the Chianti Classico DOCG region. Its portfolio is tiered across entry-level Chianti Classico DOCG (~200,000 bottles/year) and Riserva DOCG (~100,000 bottles), premium Gran Selezione single-vineyard wines Il Picchio (~15,000 bottles) and La Corte (~10,000 bottles), four IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Crus (Cignale, Il Querciolaia, Il Sole di Alessandro, Querceto Romantic), and ancillary products including Vin Santo, spumanti, grappa, arzente, and extra virgin olive oil.

Production runs on an automated, computerized fermentation control system with stainless-steel and vitrified-cement tanks, multi-origin oak barrel aging (Allier, Troncais, Limousin), and an automatic bottling line capable of approximately 4,000 bottles/hour. The business monetizes through three streams: (1) wholesale and DTC wine sales (B2B distributors and restaurants via trade channels and Vinitaly participation, plus on-site estate sales); (2) agriturismo accommodation across ten apartments (ranging €80-165/night seasonally) at the medieval castle and Le Giuncaie farmhouse; and (3) wine tourism services (guided tours and tastings). International reach is being built via trade events and promotional tastings in Vietnam (Casa Italia Hanoi) and Singapore (Amò Restaurant).

The estate maintains BRC, IFS, and VIVA Protocol certifications, holds registered CASTELLO DI QUERCETO® and QUERCETO® trademarks, and is a member of Consorzio Chianti Classico 1716, Viticoltori di Greve in Chianti, Donne del Vino, MTV Toscana, and Wine in Moderation. Brand equity is supported by a dense cluster of accolades including Wine Spectator Top 100 (42nd, Chianti Classico 2020), Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri (La Corte 2019), James Suckling scores up to 97 points (Querceto Romantic 2011), and a German 3sat documentary feature.

Name

Castello di Querceto

Legal name

Castello di Querceto Società Agricola S.p.A.

Website

https://castellodiquerceto.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1897

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Family-owned Chianti Classico winery and agriturismo in Greve in Chianti, producing tiered DOCG, Gran Selezione, and IGT wines (roughly 350,000+ bottles annually) and offering ten on-site apartments and wine tours since 1897.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRADAIAB

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturing & Brands/Alcoholic Beverages (Beer, Wine, Spirits) Manufacturing & Brands

SECONDARYAFAGAJAJ

Wine Grape Vineyard Operations (Varietal/AVA Practices, Yield & Quality Targets)

Agriculture & Food Production/Crop Farming/Viticulture & Vineyard Operations (Grapes for Wine/Table)

SECONDARYTHAFALAE

Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms)

Travel & Hospitality/Foodservice & Beverage (Restaurants, Cafes, Bars)/Breweries, Wineries & Distilleries (Taprooms/Tasting Rooms)

SECONDARYTHAJAGAD

Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Food & Drink Experiences (Culinary Tours, Tastings, Cooking Classes)

SECONDARYTHAMAEAG

Luxury Farmhouses, Country Houses & Vineyard Estates

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Luxury Villas & Premium Rentals

Keywords

• Chianti Classico wines
• Tuscan wine estate
• Wine tourism hospitality
• Agriturismo accommodations
• Extra virgin olive oil

Headquarters

HQ city

Greve

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wine Production and Sales: Production and sale of Chianti Classico DOCG, Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Gran Selezione wines (La Corte, Il Picchio), IGT wines (Cignale, Il Sole di Alessandro, Il Querciolaia, Querceto Romantic), Vin Santo, spumanti, distillati, and extra virgin olive oil. Total production approximately 200,000+ bottles annually.
2. Agriturismo Accommodation: Ten apartments available for rent in the medieval castle vicinity and Le Giuncaie farmhouse. Accommodations range from 2-4 guests with prices varying by season (€80-165 per night for 2 guests; €120-165 for 3 guests; €135-165 for 4 guests). Breakfast available at €7 per person.
3. Wine Tours and Tastings: Estate tours including wine tastings, with various proposals for visitors to discover winemaking process and products. Personalized requests handled via email.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Castello di Querceto produces and sells premium Tuscan wines under Chianti Classico DOCG and IGT Colli Toscana Centrale designations from estate-owned vineyards in Greve in Chianti. The portfolio spans flagship Chianti Classico (200,000 bottles/year), Riserva, two single-vineyard Gran Selezione (Il Picchio, La Corte), four IGT Cru wines (Il Querciolaia, Cignale, Il Sole di Alessandro, Querceto Romantic), plus Vin Santo, sparkling wines, spirits, and extra virgin olive oil. The estate also operates a 10-apartment agriturismo and offers guided wine tours and tastings for hospitality revenue.

Product overview

Castello di Querceto is a historic Tuscan winery and agriturismo estate located in Greve in Chianti, producing wines since 1897. The product portfolio centers on Chianti Classico wines across multiple tiers: the flagship Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico DOCG (200,000 bottles) and Riserva DOCG (100,000 bottles) form the core offering; two Gran Selezione wines (Il Picchio and La Corte) represent premium selections from single vineyards; and four IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Crus wines (Il Querciolaia, Cignale, Il Sole di Alessandro, and Querceto Romantic) offer higher-end single-variety and blended options. The estate also produces Vin Santo, sparkling wines (François Spumanti), spirits (grappa and arzente), and extra virgin olive oil. Hospitality services include ten agriturismo apartments with pool and guided wine tour/tasting experiences. The estate's vineyards span 350-520m altitude with Sangiovese as the dominant variety, supplemented by international grapes including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Petit Verdot.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico DOCG Flagship Chianti Classico DOCG wine made from multiple estate vineyards at 350-500m altitude, fermented at 28°C for 10 days and aged minimum 10 months, for wine distributors, restaurants, retailers, and consumers.
• Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG wine (~92% Sangiovese, ~8% complementary varieties) aged minimum 24 months plus 3 months in bottle, for premium wine distributors, restaurants, and consumers.
• Il Picchio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Single-vineyard Chianti Classico Gran Selezione (~95% Sangiovese, ~5% Colorino) from Il Picchio vineyard, aged minimum 30 months plus 3 months in bottle, for premium wine markets.
• La Corte Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Single-vineyard 100% Sangiovese Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from La Corte vineyard, aged minimum 30 months plus 3 months in bottle, for premium wine enthusiasts and collectors.
• Il Querciolaia IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Bordeaux-style blend IGT Colli Toscana Centrale (~65% Sangiovese, ~35% Cabernet Sauvignon) with 20-25 year aging potential, for fine wine collectors and premium restaurants.
• Cignale IGT Colli Toscana Centrale High-altitude Cabernet-dominant IGT Colli Toscana Centrale (~90% Cabernet Sauvignon, ~10% Merlot) from highest estate vineyard, for fine wine markets and collectors.
• Il Sole di Alessandro IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Single-variety 100% Cabernet Sauvignon IGT Colli Toscana Centrale from estate vineyards at 350m altitude, for fine wine enthusiasts and premium restaurants.
• Querceto Romantic IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Limited-production IGT Colli Toscana Centrale Bordeaux blend (~50% Petit Verdot, ~30% Merlot, ~20% Syrah) produced only in great vintages, for collectors and high-end restaurants.
• Castello di Querceto Olio Extravergine di Oliva Estate-produced extra virgin olive oil from traditional Tuscan varieties (Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino, Pendolino, Maurino), for retail sale and agriturismo guests.
• Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC Traditional Tuscan dessert wine Vin Santo DOC Chianti Classico, produced in dedicated production and aging rooms, for wine enthusiasts and restaurants.
• François 1° and François 2° Spumanti Estate-produced sparkling wines François 1° and François 2° spumanti, for retail sale and hospitality occasions.
• L'Acquavite del Castello and L'Acquavite del Castello Riserva Estate-distilled grappa spirits (L'Acquavite del Castello and L'Acquavite del Castello Riserva), for retail sale.
• L'Arzente del Castello Traditional Italian arzente spirit produced at the estate, for retail sale.
• Agriturismo Farm Holiday Accommodation Farm holiday accommodation with ten apartments (2-4 guests) in medieval castle vicinity and Le Giuncaie farmhouse, with swimming pool, kitchenettes, and Tuscan rustic style, for couples, families, and small groups.
• Wine Tours and Tasting Sessions Guided wine tours and tasting sessions at the castle, vineyards, and cellars, for visiting wine enthusiasts, tourists, and trade visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Wine Spectator Top 100 ranking at 42nd place (Chianti Classico 2020)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Consorzio Chianti Classico 1716coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud member of the Consorzio Chianti Classico 1716, the historic consortium protecting and promoting the Chianti Classico denomination and the Black Rooster symbol. Active participation in consortium events and initiatives.
• Viticoltori di Greve in ChianticoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of the Wine Growers Association of Greve in Chianti, born September 20, 2021, with goals of protecting and promoting the Greve territory, its wineries, and products while promoting sustainability.
• Donne del VinominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of the Association of Women in Wine, promoting female participation and recognition in the wine industry.
• MTV ToscanaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Movimento Turismo del Vino Toscana, promoting wine tourism experiences in Tuscany.
• Wine in ModerationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Wine in Moderation, promoting responsible wine consumption and sustainable wine culture.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ruffino: Ruffino is a large Tuscan wine producer with significant Chianti and Chianti Classico presence. It is a broad incumbent because it competes for Chianti-focused retail and restaurant placements but with a larger, more mass-distributed brand platform.
• Marchesi Antinori: Marchesi Antinori is a major Italian wine group with extensive Tuscan and Chianti Classico interests. It is a broader incumbent because it overlaps in premium Tuscan wine and wine tourism but operates at much greater portfolio and distribution scale.

Direct peers

• Castello di Monsanto: Castello di Monsanto is a Chianti Classico estate known for premium Sangiovese-based wines and long-aging bottlings. It is comparable as a historic Tuscan estate competing in the same appellation-led premium wine market.
• Castello Vicchiomaggio: Castello Vicchiomaggio is a Greve in Chianti castle estate producing Chianti Classico wines and offering hospitality and wine experiences. It is highly comparable because it combines a historic Tuscan estate, winery operations, agriturismo-style accommodation, and direct visitor monetization.
• Castello di Verrazzano: Castello di Verrazzano is a Chianti Classico estate in Greve with wine production, tours, tastings, and hospitality-oriented experiences. It competes for similar wine tourists, estate visitors, and buyers seeking historic Chianti Classico wines.
• Badia a Coltibuono: Badia a Coltibuono is a historic Chianti Classico producer offering wines, olive oil, hospitality, and culinary experiences. It is comparable because both businesses monetize a heritage estate through wine, agritourism, and premium Tuscan brand positioning.
• Castello di Volpaia: Castello di Volpaia is a Chianti Classico estate located in a historic village, producing premium wines and hosting visitors. It is comparable through its protected Tuscan appellation focus, heritage-led brand story, and wine-tourism offering.
• Castello di Ama: Castello di Ama is a premium Chianti Classico estate known for site-specific wines and international recognition. It is comparable as a high-end Chianti Classico producer competing for similar restaurant, collector, and fine-wine distribution channels.
• Barone Ricasoli: Barone Ricasoli is a historic Chianti Classico producer based around Castello di Brolio, with wines, estate visits, and a strong heritage story. It is comparable on appellation, castle-estate positioning, and wine-tourism model, though it is larger and more established.
• Fontodi: Fontodi is a respected Panzano in Chianti producer focused on premium Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan-style wines. It is comparable because it competes in the same regional fine-wine category and targets quality-focused trade and collector demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/castquerceto
• Facebookfacebook.com/castello.di.querceto.greve
• Instagraminstagram.com/castellodiquerceto
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/castello-di-querceto-s-p-a-

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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