JOSEPH FILIPPI WINERY TO CULTIVATE A PRIVATE VINEYARD AT THE VILLAS AT MONTE SAN SAVINO

Etiwanda, CA – The Villas at Monte San Savino, a new home community like no other in Southern California, will soon add to its distinction with the cultivation of a private vineyard within the neighborhood. The Villas are located in the historic district of Etiwanda and feature an offering of 22 exclusive courtyard-oriented homes of Italian-inspired design nestled within a gated Tuscan village setting.

Planting of the new vineyard is scheduled to begin within the next 60 days. According to Gino L. Filippi, fourth generation vintner, of Joseph Filippi Winery, “we will be planting Primativo Zinfandel, an excellent variety that originates from old European stock, but which has been cultivated in the Rancho Cucamonga area for 100 years. In fact, most people are unaware that the first vines in this region were planted in 1838, making it one of the oldest wine producing regions in California.”

Arbors and viewing benches by the vineyard will give home owners a fine vantage point. Families will be kept up-to-date on the cultivation schedule and will also receive personal invitations to J. Filippi Winery events.

“We expect a small yield within the next four to five years,” said Gino, in explaining the expertise required for fruitful cultivation of the vine. “The first growth grapes will be removed. This thinning process is essential for the vines to become strong and healthy.”

“By year five, we expect to see a substantial yield of three to five tons of grapes per acre,” said Gino of this benchmark period in the cultivation process. “One ton of grapes yields approximately 140 gallons of juice (for approximately 696 bottles of wine). Within six months to one year of barrel aging the wine will be ready for tasting.”

Joseph Filippi Winery, revered for its premium handcrafted wines, has received more than 200 awards for winemaking excellence over the past 30 years. The family began in 1922 in the Cucamonga Valley and is now in its fourth generation, building its excellent reputation on tradition, passion, skill and artistry. At their historic winery property in Rancho Cucamonga, plans will soon be unveiled for 30 artists’ live-work lofts and two wine-related restaurants.

At The Villas at Monte San Savino, the Italian-inspired residences will range in size from 3,700 to an extraordinary 6,000 square feet. Homesites are exceptionally large, as well, averaging 15,000 square feet. Prices start from the low $1 millions.

Four beautifully crafted floor plans in one- and two-story designs feature up to eight bedrooms, six-and-one-half baths and four-car garages with carriage style doors. A wealth of exemplary design elements capture and inspire the imagination. Boosted roofs and towering ceilings, handcrafted Rustica Arts entry doors, handmade wrought iron stair railings, customized baseboards and moldings, elegant archways and a variety of European-inspired accents are just a few of the attractions.

In keeping with the spirit of fine estate living in Italy’s Tuscan countryside, the design of these homes invites the many pleasures of easy indoor-outdoor living. Expansive formal entryways, leisurely covered patios, serene loggias and exquisite fireside courtyards are all integral to the casually elegant ambience.

Magnificent dream kitchens are complete with professional grade Wolf range top, convection oven and built-in microwave oven, a Sub-Zero 42” built-in refrigerator, an Asko dishwasher, granite counter tops and butler’s pantries.

Simply amazing master suites offer the beauty of hand-made, cast stone fireplaces and the luxury of bathrooms fit for nobility.

To carry forward the Tuscan vineyard theme, wine nooks and wine cellars are being built into every home. An impressive array of room options, such as carriage houses, casitas and super bonus party rooms, provide additional possibilities for expansive contemporary living.

Despite its privacy, The Villas at Monte San Savino remains conveniently close to schools, shopping and freeways. Children will attend schools in the prestigious Etiwanda district, and all are within walking distance. Excellent local colleges and universities are just a short drive away. The new Victoria Gardens Mall, also nearby, is one of the area’s most popular new shopping centers.

J.T. Storm is dedicated to building homes of superior quality and value for today’s families. In an era of mass production by large homebuilders, the quality-based, hands-on approach of J.T. Storm stands apart, offering home buyers the promise of impeccable attention to detail, expert craftsmanship, and premium amenities in homes that are situated on large homesites within prestigious neighborhoods.

To experience The Villas at Monte San Savino, exit the 15 freeway at Baseline Road and travel west to Etiwanda Avenue. Turn right, following signs to the community. From the 210 freeway, exit to the south at Day Creek Blvd.; turn left on Highland Avenue and right on Etiwanda Avenue. For more information, visit www.jtstorm.com ; or call (909)463-6450.

Joseph Filippi Winery locations are 12467 Baseline Road (east of Day Creek Blvd.), Rancho Cucamonga, (909) 899-5755; and 2803 East Guasti Road (I-10 at Archibald Ave.), Guasti-Ontario, (909) 390-6998. Or, visit online: www.josephfilippiwinery.com.