4. For lovers of wine, Piedmont represents the very
best of Italian wine making.
Piemontese wine tradition goes back to antiquity.
This was the location of the royal vineyards as well
as those of the aristocracy. Unlike the hot south,
Piemonte is not about bright colour, it’s about
elegance, style and harmony.
This is the region that produces the world famous
Barolo and Barbaresco styles.
5. Monferrato is often called the heart of Piedmont.
This region is in the south of piedmont, between the
Tanaro river and the Ligurian border.
The hot summers and damp winters, the
composition and structure of the terroir create
beneficial conditions for the winemaking which is a
central pillar of the local economy and is a cultural
symbol for the region.
6. Our vineyards are located among the medieval towns and
castles of Alto-Monferrato.
They are beneficially situated on the south and southwest
sides of the Apenine hills.
The vineyards comprise 10.18 hectares.
Red grapes - Dolcetto, Barbera and Cabernet Franc.
White grapes - Chardonnay and Corteze.
7. Some of our vines are more than 50 years old. The vineyards are located
on a well known terroir that is responsible for the wine’s bright aroma and
flavor structure.
The grapes have the high sugar content, balanced acidity and tannins
necessary for long maturation of wine.
9. Collina del Tiglio was found in 2007 by Yuri Mostovoy.
After a successful Wall Street career, Yuri had the opportunity to immerse himself directly into a
process that fascinated him for many years. Having moved, with his family to a 10 hectare
vineyard in Piedmont, he dedicated himself to winemaking with the same passion and work-ethic
that he’d applied to his life thus-far.
He quickly assembled a wonderful group of Italian professionals with in depth knowledge of the
subtleties of winemaking. The vineyard, which had earlier belonged to count Guelfi Cabaliani,
having brought the previous owner many awards, was converted to modern agronomic
technology, keeping biodynamic principles in mind during the process. Our goal was to
harvest grapes with a concentrated flavour.
10. The effort put into the improvement and development of the farm were judged worthy by the
European Fund for Agricultural Development (EAFRD). Collina del Tiglio was granted funds for a
new technical building. The structure has a degustation hall with panoramic windows and a
terrace looking out on the hills and vineyards.
All our wines are categorized D.O.C. confirmed by the Italian Government. D.O.C. determines
the grape varietals, yields, vineyard orientation and method of production.
11. Collina del Tiglio follows the principle of minimal interference with the natural
Piemontese weather patterns and eco-systems. We are more interested in the quality,
than the quantity of the harvest.
Our agronomist believes, that the vine needs to struggle in order for the juice in the fruit
to be of quality.
12. This belief finds form in the following
processes of our wine culture:
We fertilize only once a year using organic
fertilizer;
When we till the earth between rows on an
annual basis, we skip rows – in this way, the
earth is only tilled once in two years;
We keep a balance between the leaves and
fruit, to provide the correct amount of sunshine
and shade;
We practice green harvesting – 30-40% of the
fruit are pruned green in order to devote the
resources of the whole plant to the remaining
fruit for concentrated flavor;
Instead of herbicide we practice the expensive
mechanical process of mowing the grass
between the vine-trunks;
The grapes are harvested and sorted into
categories by hand.
13. The white wine is produced by the cold soak
method – the grapes are pressed and then
refrigerated together with the skins for the
next 24 hours – this improves the colour and
flavor of the resultant wine.
The Red wine is produced using a time
consuming fermentation process to achieve
the best flavor and aroma possible.
The premium red wine is stored in French oak
casks. Every varietal is stored separately. The
assembly (mixing of varietals) is accomplished
at the end of the maturation process based on
the specific needs of the wine.
Production:
15. Collina del Tiglio can be translated as “linden tree hill”. The villa is surrounded by 15 linden trees
that provide a magical aroma. A set of swings, built by Yuri for his children and grandchildren,
hangs from the branches, with a view of the surrounding vineyards and hills.
Sitting on these swings, taking in the panorama below, one feels an inner stillness and freedom
which seems to have roots in the very terroir. This feeling is the reason we fell in love with this
corner of the world. This set of swings became a symbol of the villa.
16. The silhouettes of people on swings that appear on our labels are designed to
convey the inner stillness and childlike flight that one would want to share with a
close friend. This is the feeling we try to instill in our wine and we hope that it is
conveyed with every glass.
The red wine has a female silhouette. The White – male. They are self sufficient, but
together they complete each other.
17. The harvest is done by hand in September.
The color deep straw yellow with salad color highlights.
The smell peach, pear with hints of almonds and honey.
The flavor fresh, soft and full with a pleasant peach aftertaste.
It’s a great wine for an aperitif, great with fish or white meat.
Chardonnay 50% Cortese 50%
Alcohol by volume:
Total acidity:
pH:
Planting density:
Yield:
Yield per plant:
Plant spacing:
Year of plantation:
Soil type:
13,5
5,02 g/l.
3,31
5,000 vines per hectare
8,000 kg/ha
1.6 kg
2.50 x 0.80
1980
Calcareous/Tufaceous/Clay
18. The harvest is done by hand in September
Barbera 40% Cabernet 30% Dolcetto 30%
The color deep red-purple flowing into ruby
The smell red berries, vanilla, spices
The flavor bright, intense with well balanced tannins.
It’s a great with any meat based appetizers, ravioli and braised meats.
Alcohol by volume:
Total acidity:
pH:
Planting density:
Yield:
Yield per plant:
Plant spacing:
Year of plantation:
13,5
5,4 g/l.
3,5
5,000 vines per hectare
8,000 kg/ha
1.6 kg
2.50 x 0.80
1950 -1990
19. This wine was matured for 2 years in French Oak barrels.
The color
The smell
The flavor
deep Ruby
vanilla tabacco, blueberry, blackberry with a light hint of
liquorice.
intense, ripe, with wonderfully balanced tannins and acidity
which make it a great wine for storage and further maturation.
It’s great with prime cuts of red meat, mature cheese or game.
Barbera 40% Cabernet 30% Dolcetto 30%
The harvest is done by hand in September
13,5
5,6 g/l.
3,31
5,000 vines per hectare
8,000 kg/ha
1.6 kg
2.50 x 0.80
1950 -1990
Alcohol by volume:
Total acidity:
pH:
Planting density:
Yield:
Yield per plant:
Plant spacing:
Year of plantation:
20. By putting one’s individual stamp on the blank
canvas of the label, one can become our co-
conspirator and partner. The bottle of boutique wine
becomes, in the hands of the buyer, a totally unique
and un-repeatable creation.
A simple signature, time and date of impressions
shared, a heartfelt wish, a drawing or collage -
anything the imagination suggests – can be used for
an original gift or pleasant memory.
Monferrato Rosso 2010 – is a premium wine due to its flavor characteristics
and unique design, a bold avant-garde concept.
The minimalistic design of the label draws attention and makes the wine stand out. Being self sufficient,
every label can be completed by the one who buys it.
21. Here are some labels completed by our
artist friends
23. Yuri Mostovoy
The owner and motor of the
Collina del Tiglio team.
Successfully combining
worldwide business interests with
a heartfelt passion for the
winemaking process.
Umberto Lucarno
Oenologist with two graduate
degrees. Worked for many years
for Enosis with world renowned
oenologist Donato Lunati
The administrator of the
company. Winemaking is her
passion in life. Some of Laura’s
wines have won awards. She also
owns wine shops in Novi Ligure
and Arcoati.
Laura Valditerra
24. Alessandro Marruchi
Consultant with 30 years of
experience in the most
prestigious wine concerns of
Italy.
Noemi Barrisone Marcia Mostovoy
Manager. A great sense of
humour, style, fluency in English
and the ability to direct a
company of men made Noemi
the heart of Collina del Tiglio.
Yuri’s daughter, inherited the
talent for business organization.
Born in America, having studied
in London (completed a degree
from St. Martin’s) is actively
participating in the branding and
promotion of product.
25. Fedor Sokolov
Marcia’s husband traveled the
world as the administrator of the
“AKHE” theatre group of St.
Petersburg. He’s well acquainted
with the interests and needs of
creative youth. He has a
marketing degree from Google.
He is tasked with the promotion
of the wine.
Maxi Shilov
Art director, graphic and brand
designer. Experience working with
brands like Audi, Aurora Fashion
Week, British Council, Demetra
Art Hotel, Heineken, Hermitage
Museum, Kuryokhin Modern Art
Centre, Nike, Perfetti Van Melle,
Puma, Russian Museum.
