The new wine list at La Locanda di Pietracupa

At La Locanda di Pietracupa, the wine list is not something static.

It follows the menu, moves with it, adjusts as the kitchen evolves. When new dishes are introduced or the balance of the cuisine shifts, even slightly, the wines need to align. Not for the sake of change, but because what is in the glass has to work with what is on the plate.

This new wine list comes from that idea. Not from a need to refresh appearances, but from a concrete update: new entries, greater depth in key areas and a clearer, more focused selection that reflects the current cuisine of the Locanda.

The foundation remains the territory, as expected in a restaurant located in Chianti.

What has changed is the level of detail. The new wine list explores Chianti Classico more deeply, not just through well-known names, but through different producers, styles and vintages.

Alongside established references such as Isole e Olena, there is now a strong vertical selection of Cepparello across multiple vintages and formats, offering a way to experience how the wine evolves over time . Similarly, Castello di Monsanto is present with Il Poggio, including larger formats, adding real depth rather than simple representation.

Fontodi further strengthens this direction with Flaccianello della Pieve and its Gran Selezione, while Castello dei Rampolla brings structure through labels such as D’Alceo and Sammarco.

The result is not a longer list. It is a list that allows you to choose with intention.

One of the most noticeable changes is the increase in vertical selections and vintage depth. This is not only for wine enthusiasts. It gives real meaning to the choice.

Drinking the same wine across different vintages changes the experience completely: climate, balance and evolution all come into play. This is something the new wine list actively makes possible.

There are clear examples:

• Cepparello available in multiple vintages and formats
• Cabernet Sauvignon Collezione Privata from Isole e Olena across different harvests
• D’Alceo with older vintages reaching back over time
• Flaccianello available also in Magnum

This part of the list is not decorative. It is built for those who want to explore, or simply to drink something different each time they return.

Another clear improvement is in the sparkling section.

The selection of traditional method wines is more complete. Franciacorta is well represented with producers such as Mosnel, Monterossa, Bellavista and Uberti, alongside Trento DOC and less obvious choices like Franz Haas.

The Champagne section moves away from predictable labels and focuses on smaller producers and more distinctive styles. Blanc de Noirs, Blanc de Blancs and producers such as Chavost (no added sulfites), Maxime Blin and Julien Prelat bring character and variety.

This is a section that encourages exploration rather than habit.

Compared to before, white wines now have more space.

They are no longer a secondary option, but an active part of the list, especially in relation to the current cuisine, which often works on balance, freshness and acidity.

There are solid references such as Terlan, Valle Isarco, Gewürztraminer from Kurtatsch and Riesling from both Italy and Germany, along with a broader international presence including Alsace, Austria and New Zealand.

It is not a large section, but it is more precise. And more useful.

Outside Chianti, the wine list expands without losing direction.

Piedmont brings structure with Barolo from Conterno Fantino and Barbera from Braida. Veneto adds depth with important Amarone wines, including Dal Forno 2009. Sicily and Etna introduce identity with producers such as Passopisciaro and Caciorgna. Montalcino is represented by Brunello, including higher-level labels like Casanova di Neri.

This is not a scattered collection. It is a selection that completes the overall picture.

The international section remains present but controlled.

France, Germany and Spain are joined by selected wines from the New World: California, Argentina, New Zealand and South Africa. Recognizable labels such as El Enemigo, Dog Point and Sandhi sit alongside more niche selections.

The goal is not to cover everything. It is to offer meaningful alternatives. Here too, the selection feels intentional.

The wine list maintains a well-balanced pricing structure.

It starts with accessible bottles around 25–30€ and extends to high-end labels well above 300€, without creating uncomfortable gaps.

It is a list that works for different approaches:

• Those looking for something simple and well made
• Those wanting to explore further
• Those seeking prestigious bottles

An additional detail worth noting is that all wines are available for takeaway purchase with a 20% discount, extending the experience beyond the table.

The new wine list at La Locanda di Pietracupa does not change direction. It aligns more closely with the cuisine, becomes clearer where needed and stronger where it makes sense.

More depth within the territory. More meaningful choices. A selection that is easier to navigate and more useful in practice. It is not a wine list that needs to be explained. It works when you sit down, choose and start drinking.

The new wine list is designed to be part of a complete experience, where cuisine, territory and time come together at the table.

Book your table and discover how food and wine truly work together in the heart of the Chianti hills.

And if you wish to extend your stay, La Locanda di Pietracupa also offers B&B accommodation, allowing you to enjoy the experience at a slower pace, surrounded by the landscape.