07/12/2024
This is a winery which is about 3 km away from La Casa. If you are interested in arranging a tasting while you are in Trequanda, reach out to Margot!
βDear Friends,
It is the βquiet timeβ here in Tuscany, a welcome lull in the agricultural calendar. Our olives have been picked and pressed, the new wines safely aging in the barrel, awaiting their debut. In the dormant vineyards, serene and sculptural leafless branches reach for the stark sky. The muted, soft winter palette is punctuated by incredible winter sunsets, a nightly spectacle.
Now that the most challenging harvest in our history is behind us, we can bask in the bounty of 2024 and dismiss the daily drama of the stop-and-go decisions caused by intermittent rains. As a small farm we were blessed to be nimble, able to pivot and make last-minute weather-based choices, crucial for gathering the best quality fruit. 2024 was a wonderful and generous vintage for Ultima Pietra - thanks to the never-ending efforts of our dedicated team.
Graced by Illustrious Guests
This has been a year of remarkable connections. We were honored to receive Italyβs first Master of Wine, Gabriele Gorelli, for an informal visit to the property and inspired by his words about our wines.
And, imagine our joy when Dustin Wilson, Master Sommelier and star of the acclaimed documentary SOMM, shared his thoughts following a very special tasting dinner he curated for UP at the prestigious Forge restaurant in NYC:
βUltima Pietra is one of the most exciting Tuscan producers I've been turned onto in some time. It's rare for me to come across a new, young winery like this that seems to be doing everything right. The wines speak for themselves and stylistically they manage to have one foot on the international stage, while the other is firmly planted in Tuscan terra and tradition. A tough balance to strike but they pull it off while also having a very modern, forward-looking philosophy.β
Sharing our Story: next UPβ¦. Florida!
We welcome the gentle rhythms of country life after our whirlwind November U.S. visit. As always, Corinna and Giovanni brought their charisma and charm to every table. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who came to our events. It was such fun that we are currently planning a Southern Swing in February 2025. Please reach out to me at [email protected] if you would like to host a wine dinner for your friends, and we will send you all the options and details. Our sights are set for Florida and South Carolina.
Sharing our wines isnβt just about the tasting - itβs about the stories and hundreds of decisions that shape each bottle of wine. These gatherings with the winemakers are precious opportunities to connect with each of you.
Crostini and Cranberries
The year draws to a close and we are preparing for our most cherished tradition, the Ultima Pietra βfamilyβ dinner, filling our loggia with our UP team amongst a long table of 30 or more winemaking friends. This celebration merges the Tuscan tradition of Benfinita, honoring the end of harvest, with a belated Thanksgiving; a joyful blend of cultures and annual opportunity to introduce the Italian contingent to turkey, stuffing and my grandmother Stoneβs pecan and pumpkin pies.
As we pause and reflect on this incredible year, we want to extend our sincere thanks to each of you who have made our journey so meaningful.
With gratitude and festive wishes from our family to yours,β
Margot Stone Bowen
Ultima Pietra
Ultima Pietra SocietΓ Agricola A. R.L.
LocalitΓ Poggio Pieri 35
53020 Trequanda (SI)
P.IVA 01557660527
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