Winery & Hospitality – Estate

Extraordinary Italian Winery & Village in Chianti Classico

Nestled in the heart of the renowned “Chianti Classico” region, near Gaiole in Chianti (Siena), this extraordinary hilltop winery offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern agricultural excellence. The estate spans an impressive 274 hectares (677 acres) and is composed of several real estate components, including a boutique hospitality retreat and a thriving agricultural enterprise known for producing world-class Italian wines and olive oil.

The hamlet is surrounded by a picturesque landscape of walnut forests, oak woodlands, and cultivated vineyards. The varied terrain is home to local wildlife such as wild boar, porcupines, badgers, roe deer, and foxes. The patchwork of vine rows, arranged in irregular geometric patterns, reflects the centuries-old traditions of viticulture in this region, where generations have recognized the exceptional potential of the land and its unique terroir.

Amidst chestnut and oak forests, carefully maintained vineyards, and olive groves, the estate provides an idyllic retreat for guests. Two fully renovated farmhouses, “Casa il Colle” and “Casa Nuova,” offer a serene and private escape near the estate’s pool, where visitors can fully immerse themselves in the peaceful beauty of the surrounding countryside.

The estate operates as an “Azienda Agricola” (Agricultural Limited Company), and the entire property is owned by this entity. Located in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti, near the border of Castelnuovo Berardenga, the estate offers an advantageous investment opportunity. The sale of the company includes the acquisition of all its shares, which allows for significant savings on transfer taxes compared to a private real estate purchase. The business is also classified as a “Professional Agricultural Entrepreneur” (IAP) under Italian law, offering further benefits for those wishing to continue its agricultural legacy.

Situated between 500 and 600 meters above sea level, the location benefits from the hallmark traits of Chianti’s best wine-producing areas. The soil structure, combined with a microclimate that balances seasonal shifts and daily temperature variations, creates optimal conditions for producing exceptional wines.

The estate spans 274 hectares (677 acres) of land and includes various real estate and agricultural assets:

• 5.50 hectares of Chianti Classico DOCG vineyards, originally planted in the 1970s and fully renovated in 2007.
• 0.50 hectares of new Chianti Classico DOCG vineyards, with planting completed in the spring of 2004.
• 2.50 hectares of IGT Toscano vineyards, also planted in the spring of 2004.
• 0.50 hectares of additional Chianti Classico DOCG vineyards, planted in 2012.
• 0.08 hectares dedicated to Vino Santo production.
• 10 hectares of olive groves with 3,000 trees currently in production.
• 230 hectares of forested land, featuring chestnut, pine, and oak trees.

At full operational capacity, the winery has the potential to produce up to 45,000 bottles annually, distributed as follows:

• Chianti Classico DOCG: 15,000 bottles
• Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG: 10,000 bottles
• IGT Toscano – “Dedicated to Benedetta”: 7,500 bottles
• Rosato di Sangiovese: 5,000 bottles
• White Wine IGT – “Hic et Nunc”: 7,500 bottles

The wines have been reviewed with particular appreciation in all Italian guides. The Rosato di Sangiovese di –IGT has been selected among the three candidates for the award of the Oscars of the Bibenda Guide (AIS).

Besides the domestic market, commercial development is aimed at countries that traditionally absorb the largest quantities of Italian wines. At present, the company distributes its wine products in Europe (United Kingdom, Poland, Germany and Belgium) and in the USA (California).

3) The olive groves:
The company produces about 2000 liters of superior quality organic extra-virgin olive oil per year of extra virgin olive oil of maximum quality from the 15 hectares of olive groves. Moraiolo (80%), Frantoio (15%) and Leccino (5%) olives make up the varietal panorama with an average annual production of about 10-12,000 kg and an oil yield of about 1500-2000 kg: around one bottle of oil for every tree.

The excellent organoleptic characteristic of the oil is obtained thanks to the high altitude of the olive groves, the consequent favorable climatic conditions, and the lack of necessity to carry out treatments with pesticides.

A part of the production is certified as Chianti Classico DOP Oil, and is packaged and sold in 500 ml bottles. The remaining part is filtered, and is available in 250, 500 or 750 ml bottles or in larger format cans of 3 or 5 liters.