(Italiano) Il Viridarium è un dono speciale della nostra struttura sorella, The Newt in Somerset. Creata per
il celebre Chelsea Flower Show di Londra, questa installazione è un piccolo viaggio nel tempo e rende
omaggio alle ricerche archeologiche condotte nel territorio di Greve in Chianti.
For 500 years the fortunes of Vitigliano were entwined with the remarkable men of Tuscany. A great explorer, a larger than life nobleman, a shrewd and visionary newspaper proprietor – these were the Florentines that shaped not only the fortunes of this proud estate but Florence’s place at the heart of Italian culture and public […]
May was the month of the rose, symbol of pure love and fiery passion. The rose is a flower of enduring fascination, inspiring poets, artists, musicians and especially generations of botanists and breeders worldwide. The latter have created many new varieties with unique characteristics and colours; varieties that continue to fulfil the dreams of millions of […]
A few days ago, the 54th edition of Vinitaly came to a close. This year, as per tradition, we were back in the International Wine and Spirits Hall. Talking in person again about the wines that have made and continue to make history on our estate was the greatest joy for us. And with visitors […]
Frollemente has made some delicious mini focaccias to accompany our exquisite patés inspired by traditional Tuscan recipes. An indulgent aperitivo that provides an exciting break from simple flavours when accompanied by a glass of Terre di Pranzano. Ingredients: 500 g flour 5 g brewer’s yeast 280 g water 30 g extra virgin olive oil […]
The etymology of the name Rosemary is rather poetic, meaning SEA MIST, from the Latin ROS MARINUS. The Rosemary plant thrives in coastal areas, where it grows spontaneously and luxuriantly. Rosemary is an aromatic herb that reminds us of home, a corner of the vegetable garden, the aroma of lunch being prepared in the kitchen. […]
Christmas is around the corner, and as usual, we called upon Cristiano and Gilles to design our Christmas tree. They came up with a unique Christmas tree inspired by nature, made from material easily found while strolling around Vignamaggio. You can make this tree too, from what you find as you explore the fields and […]
As some of you already know, in 1992 Kenneth Branagh chose Vignamaggio as the setting for his adaptation of the theatrical comedy “Much ado about nothing”. The video shooting at Vignamaggio lasts for more than two months, a lively period of time for Greve: we can still imagine Denzel Washington, Emma Thompson or Keanu Reeves strolling […]
Today we meet a couple, two young artisans of graphics & weddings: Carissimo Letterpress, the artisanal typography of Ana & Alessandro. How did Carissimo Letterpress begin? The Carissimo Letterpress idea began in Australia, where we spent a gap year together. We wanted to find a way to share our passion for typography, luxury paper and […]
Nel 1926 la contessa Elena Castelbarco e il marito Fabio Sanminiatelli, si trasferirono a Vignamaggio, dove vissero per molti anni, dando nuovo splendore alla villa, rinnovandone i giardini e invitando ospiti illustri per eventi culturali e mondani in villa. Fabio, detto “Bino” Sanminiatelli (Firenze, 1896-1984) scrittore, giornalista e artista, dedicò una parte importante dei suoi […]