Castello di Brolio, Medieval castle in Gaiole in Chianti, Italy
Castello di Brolio is a medieval castle on a pentagonal base with stone fortifications and a brick palace in Gaiole in Chianti. The structures blend medieval and Gothic revival architecture and sit surrounded by vast vineyards and olive groves.
The castle was first documented in 1141 and suffered many attacks during conflicts between Siena and Florence. It sustained significant damage during World War II but was later restored.
The castle holds special meaning for wine lovers because a famous Chianti recipe was created here that shaped the region's identity. This heritage remains tangible when you walk through the cellars where wine production continues today.
The gardens are open daily from March through December and offer views across the surrounding hills and estates. Guided tours of the museum and wine cellars run at scheduled times throughout the year.
The estate covers more than 240 hectares of vineyards and 26 hectares of olive groves, making it the largest private wine and oil production property in the Chianti Classico region. This scale allows wine and olive oil to be made and aged in substantial quantities.
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