Montoliva Vineyard & Winery

The original settlers of Chicago Park were first-generation Italian-Americans from Chicago, Illinois. The vineyards of Chicago Park bear witness to their quest to start a community in the untamed West that mirrored their homeland. Their spirit lives on at Montoliva Vineyard & Winery. Founded in 2000, Montoliva Vineyard & Winery creates Tuscan-inspired Luxury Wines of uncommon depth and character.

Mark Henry was one of the first to plant the prized clones of Sangiovese introduced by Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo, and the first to plant the southern Italian Aglianico in the North Sierra Foothills. This, combined with the old world tradition of close planting, Montoliva is blessed with a bounty of high-quality fruit.

In the winery, Mark takes his cue from the esteemed wines of Montalcino. Long, slow fermentations using special Tuscan yeasts, extended macerations and barrel aging all play to the strengths of Sangiovese and Aglianico grapes, crafting wines that are muscular, deep and complex. 

Bottlings include Sangiovese, Aglianico, Teroldego, Sinistra (a "Super Tuscan" blend), Pinot Grigio, and Syrah.

We are available for visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from noon until 4pm.  During the summer months you can stroll our fountains and extensive herb garden (including five different varieties of basil).  A mere four miles off Hwy 80, Montoliva Vineyard & Winery is your easy-to-find ticket to Tuscan ambiance and luxury.

530-346-6577
15629 Mount Olive Road
Chicago Park, CA 95712
www.montoliva.com
mark@montoliva.com