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Profile Ideally located, just 4 km away from the famous medieval town of San Gimignano, you will find the magnificent 300 hectare estate of Pietrafitta. Perched
high atop a vast hill it offers some of the most
breathtaking views of the Tuscan countryside. Gentle
slopes, grape vines, olive groves and wooded areas as
far as the eye can see. Pietrafitta and surrounding farmhouses are as rich in history as its soil is with the
world-renowned Vernaccia grapes. Construction of the
main villa began in the early 16th century and was finally completed by the influential “Acciaioli” family in 1584. Ten years later the property came into the possession of the Archbishop of Pisa, Carlo Antonio Dal Pozzo. Fast forward
to more modern times, the year 1867, when Maria Vittoria
Dal Pozzo married Amedeo, The Duke of Aosta, son of
King Vittorio Emanuele II. Hence, Pietrafitta then became
the official summer residence of Her Royal Highness, Princess Maria Vittoria, The Duchess of Aosta. The
property flourished under the careful watch of the House
of Savoy employing as many as 320 people to work the
lands and harvest the grapes and olives on the estate.
The property is now owned by a corporation and
managed by Mr. PierPaolo Murri whose dedication allows Pietrafitta to continue to flourish and grow. If you have a passion for truly fine wine; Want inspiration for painting landscapes; Enjoy endless subjects for photography;
Or, just take pleasure in listening to birds sing on a
nature walk, it is time you discovered Pietrafitta. We look forward to welcoming you.