A modern wine production facility designed to harmonise contemporary technology with the rural Tuscan landscape, distinguished by its striking decagonal cellar building.
At a glance
The Triacca Winery occupies a carefully designed compound in the Montepulciano hills. Owned by the Triacca family, the estate integrates cutting-edge winemaking infrastructure within an architectural framework that respects the surrounding countryside. The facility handles the complete production cycle on-site using a vertical production process.
History
The Santavenere Estate represents a contemporary addition to Montepulciano’s winemaking heritage. Designed by architect Alessandro Piccardi, the complex reflects a commitment to blending modern efficiency with traditional landscape values—a philosophy increasingly important to wine regions balancing production demands with environmental stewardship.
What you see
The estate’s most distinctive feature is the decagonal cellar building, an unusual geometric form that serves the winemaking operations. Piccardi’s design incorporates modern technologies throughout the facility while maintaining visual and spatial coherence with the agricultural surroundings. The vertical production process is integrated directly into the building’s functional layout.
Cultural significance
The winery exemplifies contemporary Tuscan viticulture—particularly the tension between innovation and tradition. By housing all production stages within a single, architecturally considered structure, Santavenere demonstrates how wine estates can serve as both functional enterprises and landscape-aware cultural interventions.
Key facts
- Address: Str. per Pienza, 39, 53045 Montepulciano
- Coordinates: 43.086234224725004, 11.760655045509338
- Architect: Alessandro Piccardi
- Owner: Triacca family
- Website: https://www.triacca.ch/it/
- Phone: 0578 757774
Practical information
Visits and tastings can be arranged by contacting the winery directly. Check the official website for opening hours and any seasonal closures.
Getting there
The estate is located on the road to Pienza near Montepulciano in southern Toscana. From Montepulciano town centre, follow signs toward Pienza; the winery address is Str. per Pienza, 39.
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Sources & resources
- Official website: https://www.triacca.ch/it/
- Cultural Heritage Online: https://culturalheritageonline.com
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