Caccia al Piano 1868
カッチャ・アル・ピアーノ 1868
Bolgheri's new generation, rooted in an 1868 hunting estate.
Caccia al Piano 1868 is a boutique estate in Castagneto Carducci, in the heart of Bolgheri, Tuscany. Its name and founding year commemorate the property's origin as a feudal hunting estate ("caccia al piano" means "hunt on the plain") of the noble Della Gherardesca family, established in 1868. The estate was converted to viticulture in the late 1990s and acquired in 2003 by Franco Ziliani, the Franciacorta pioneer behind Guido Berlucchi and one of the founders of Italy's Metodo Classico sparkling wine tradition. Today the family — now led by his children Cristina, Arturo, and Paolo — farms roughly 18-20 hectares of vineyards divided among several crus (including San Biagio, Le Grottine, and Cantina), planted mainly to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, alongside Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Vermentino, and Sauvignon Blanc. Combining patient study of Bolgheri's coastal terroir with modern precision winemaking, the estate produces around 100,000-140,000 bottles a year, earning recognition as one of the appellation's compelling new-generation producers.
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Who Is This For?
For collectors and Super Tuscan lovers seeking polished, terroir-driven Bordeaux-blend reds from Bolgheri's coastal vineyards, backed by Franciacorta winemaking pedigree.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the name "Caccia al Piano 1868" mean?
- It refers to the estate's origin as a feudal hunting ground ("hunt on the plain") of the noble Della Gherardesca family, established in 1868, before being converted into a vineyard in the late 1990s.
- Who owns Caccia al Piano 1868?
- The estate was acquired in 2003 by Franco Ziliani, the Franciacorta pioneer and owner of Guido Berlucchi, and is now run by his children Cristina, Arturo, and Paolo.
- What grape varieties do they grow?
- Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, complemented by Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Vermentino, and Sauvignon Blanc across roughly 18-20 hectares of vineyards.
- Do their wines pair well with Japanese food?
- Yes — their structured Bordeaux-style reds pair well with grilled meats, soy-based dishes, and umami-rich ingredients like shiitake mushrooms.
- Is Caccia al Piano 1868 a traditional or modern producer?
- It's a new-generation Bolgheri producer that respects the appellation's traditional viticulture while applying contemporary, precision winemaking techniques.