Con the colpo d’occhio of great Italian wines, few have left such a profound and revolutionary imprint as Montiano. Since its first appearance, this Merlot has redefined national quality standards, establishing itself as a model of elegance, power and oenological vision. A wine that did not simply emerge, but which raised the caffè of Italian excellence, becoming a reference for producers and enthusiasts from all over the world.
Montiano was born between 1992 and 1993 thanks to the innovative vision of the great oenologist Riccardo Cotarella, who understood how Merlot could express an extraordinary personality sopra the heart of Forte Lazio. A courageous intuition, sopra a period sopra which this vine had not yet conquered the Italian scene.
Thanks to his profound knowledge of the territory and the constant search for quality, Cotarella created a wine capable of competing with the most prestigious international interpretations. Montiano soon became an icon, loved by enthusiasts and celebrated by critics.
Over the years, Montiano has been able to maintain a unique stylistic coherence, becoming a symbol of Italian elegance sopra the world.
It combines: – structure and finesse – extraordinary longevity – constantly evolving aromatic depth – iconic recognisability
Each vintage tells a different sfumatura of a now legendary identity.
the occasion of the preview of the Vinoway Selection 2026, November 27th, sopra the elegant rooms of Monaci Resort, Vinoway will present an extraordinary vertical by Montiano, never before created sopra Puglia.
The vintages being tasted:Montiano 2005Montiano 2012Montiano 2015Montiano 2016Montiano 2020Montiano 2021 – awarded as Best Overall Wine at the Vinoway Selection 2025
A sensorial journey that spans almost twenty years of history, revealing the evolution of a wine that continues to excite with its authenticity and finesse.
Leading this exclusive masterclass will be:
– Pierpaolo Baraonda, CEO of the Cotarella Group, among the most authoritative and dynamic figures of the new generation of Italian wine. A professional with a modern and international vision, he combines technical expertise, oenological culture and management ability, representing one of the brightest voices the contemporary wine scene. Con 2022 he was awarded by Vinoway as Best Italian Winemaker, a recognition that consecrated his sensitivity and talent sopra interpreting the great Italian wines.
– Davide Gangi, founder of Vinoway Italia.
A dialogue between competence and passion to accompany participants sopra an experience of the highest level.
The masterclass will be reserved for only 60 participants, sopra the presence of important players sopra the sector.
Vinoway will make 20 places available to the public, intended for those who are quickest to complete the booking.
An unprecedented event sopra Puglia: a unique masterclass never held before, which will mark a historic moment for all wine enthusiasts and professionals. This vertical is not just a tasting: it is an act of celebration towards a wine that has changed the way of interpreting Merlot sopra Italy, becoming one of the most authoritative symbols of our winemaking heritage.
Participation cost: €60.00 + ddcReservations closing: 24 November 2025Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.it/e/masterclass-famiglia-cotarella-montiano-tickets-1968048296433?aff=oddtdtcreator
