The name of this plant comes from the goddess Iris, who, according to Greek mythology, carried messages for the gods. Her golden wings were said to sparkle with dew which, lit up by the sun’s rays, glistened with all the colours of the rainbow. She was, moreover, the favourite of Juno, Queen of the Gods, […]
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10 ENTICING REASONS TO VISIT CHIANTI
Why visit Chianti? Here are 10 enticing reasons to leave the city for a few days to explore the beautiful Chianti countryside. Escape the city After a few days of visiting museums and shops or crowded Florentine monuments, the tranquillity of the hills surrounding Florence will certainly be enticing. How to get there? By Scooter […]
A POSTCARD FROM ITALY
At Vignamaggio we love post cards. And we love even more to see our guests thinking about a nice sentence to write down for someone special. We like the idea that in your mailbox you’ll find, in between the fliers concerning discount offers or the bills, a lovely message from someone who thought about you […]
SPRING NEWS
Dear Friends This year spring has brought some newness to Vignamaggio. We are always striving to create more comfort and efficiency, while respecting tradition, which is at the heart of Vignamaggio. We would like to share with you some of what has transpired here over the past weeks as well as provide you with some […]