The property was owned by the nearby monastery of Badia a Coltibuono from the 12th to the 20th century. In 1971, the Englishman John Dunkley and his Italian wife Palmina Abbagnano initially bought 1.5 hectares of land. They restored the old stone villa and began replanting the vineyards. The first harvest is Vino Rosso - only 100 bottles. Since 2015, the mansion has expanded to more than 20 hectares, all in Gaiole, Chianti, the province of Siena and organically certified. Riecine enjoys plots offering an original mosaic of terroirs that makes the wines unique and rare. Natural yeasts with long and slow fermentation in cement tanks are used. Each plot is vinified separately to preserve its individuality. The winery is located 480 meters above sea level, which further contributes to the fantastic elegance and freshness of the wines.