Castello di Fonterutoli – Chianti

OFFICIAL RATING – Guest House • GRAPE ESCAPES RATING – SUPERIOR • 21 ROOMS

ROOMS:CLIMATE CONTROL • EN-SUITE • WIFI • BEAUTIFUL VIEWS • HAIRDRYER • TOILETRIES

Hotel: Traditional Restaurant • Wine Bar • On-site Winery

Parking: Parking is available on site

Castello di Fonterutoli has been the heart and soul of the Marchesi Mazzei history and wine-production for nearly 600 years. Owned by the family since 1435, the estate still retains its original form surrounded by 650 hectares of wood, vineyards, olive groves, and a cluster of authentic Tuscan buildings, telling the story of a family deeply rooted in Tuscan tradition. Just down the hillside sits the winery in an ocean of vineyards: combining state-of-the-art modern winemaking practices with centuries-old history. This is a unique place where past and present unite.

Location

The estate is located in rural Chianti, in a tiny hamlet which consists mainly of the winery, Osteria and guest accommodation buildings. Guests will particularly enjoy wandering through the cobbled streets and admiring the beautiful vineyard views and surrounding countryside, as well as the traditional Tuscan buildings. Quaint and peaceful, the Castello di Fonterutoli guarantees a truly authentic stay in the heart of Chianti, and is a scenic drive from Tuscany’s most desirable destinations, such as Florence, 40 minutes north and Siena, just 15 minutes south. The stunning villages of San Gimignano, Volterra, and Montalcino are not to be missed, as well as the pretty Tuscan villages of Castellina in Chianti and Radda in Chianti, just a short drive away.

Facilities

The vineyards and state-of-the-art winery at Fonterutoli represent one of the most acclaimed wine families in Chianti Classico. The estate also boasts a traditional on-site restaurant, the Osteria, where the full range can be tasted. Whether you choose to dine à la carte or opt for the excellent tasting menu, the Osteria showcases the very best of Tuscan cuisine, including game, freshwater fish, and produce from the vegetable garden and small local producers to enjoy alongside the estate’s wines.

Rooms

The estate offers 21 country-chic rooms, suites and larger apartments inspired by the colours of Chianti and restored by the family architect, Agnese Mazzei. Ranging in size from 20 to 60 square metres, all of the rooms are spread out across traditional Tuscan buildings in the village, with libraries offering a quintessential stay. These promise a rustic Tuscan stay with village views, and some with panoramic terraces. Many of the rooms feature ancient terracotta floors, exposed ceiling beams, and precious family antiques which provide a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to savour Tuscan country life.