Ricci Montepulciano

For all its history, Cantina De’ Ricci is not a relic. Since 2012, it has been the proud domain of the Trabalzini family, modern stewards of this extraordinary cellar and its vineyards. Their entry into the world of fine winemaking was not casual — it was a calling.

Niccolò Trabalzini, just 29 years old, is today one of the youngest winemakers in the region. Thoughtful and grounded, Niccolò brings both scientific rigour and youthful daring to his craft. As a winemaker myself, I couldn’t help but be touched by the boyish charm and enthusiasm of this young man, who is walking in the footsteps of the great winemakers of Montepulciano. Trained as an enologist, he speaks of his work less like a technician and more like an artist: part science, part intuition, and part deep respect for the land. His voice is quiet and calming, almost reverent, as he describes his passion for wine.