Castello di Nipozzano
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| Country: | Italy |
| Region: | Tuscany |
| Appelation: | Chianti Rufina |
| Address: | Localit? Nipozzano, Pelago (Florence) |
| E-mail: | giacomo.fani@frescobaldi.it |
| Phone: | 0558311528 |
| Website: | www.frescobaldi.it |
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A STORY TO SHARE
The ancient defensive stronghold of Florence from the year 1000, the castle of Nipozzano is the most celebrated and historic property of the Frescobaldi family. According to popular belief Nipozzano means “without a well” - testimony to the area's lack of water and ideal circumstances for the cultivation of grapevines. The first documentation about the renowned wines of Nipozzano dates from the Renaissance when great artists such as Donatello and Michelozzo Michelozzi regularly purchased wine from the estate. A unique feature of the territory is attributed to the foresight of an ancestor of the Frescobaldi family who, in 1855 invested 1,000 florins to begin the cultivation of varieties previously unknown in Tuscany such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. After more than a century of patient care, these magnificent vines produce the great wine of the estate, Mormoreto.
THE TERROIR OF NIPOZZANO
The castle of Nipozzano and the winery are found east of Florence in the heart of the prestigious territory of Chianti Rufina on the mountainous side that overlooks the valley of the river Arno. Thanks to the perfect Balance of altitude, soil and a cool, ventilated microclimate, the varietes enjoy ideal conditions for perfect growth, and produce wines of harmonious character and great longevity. The vineyard of Mormoreto is the best example of the exclusive marriage of nature and the work of man, an extraordinary terroir where the breezes that sweep across the vines create a 'murmur' among the leaves, a characteristic that inspired the name of the vineyard and of the wine.
| About Winery | |
| Year founded: | 1300 |
| Region: | Tuscany |
| Appellation: | Chianti Rufina | Area under vine(ha): | 240 |
| Average age of vines: | 10-35 |
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| Cultivated grape varieties: | Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot |
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| Average annual production: | 90.000 |
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| Currencies accepted: | EUR |
| Opening hours: | Mon - Sat 9.00 - 18.00 |
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| Tour or Activity | Description | Duration approx. | Price/ person |
| Tour and winetasting | Visit of the cellar of the old Villa and visit of the private collection beloning to the family. After the visit tasting of 3 wines served with cured meats produced by Frescobaldi, Olive oil tasting and cheese selection. | 2 hours | 35,- |
| Tour, Winetasting and Light lunch | Visit of the cellar of the old Villa and visit of the private collection beloning to the family. After the visit tasting of 4 wines paired with a tasty light lunch prepared by the family chef with hors d'oeuvre, first course and dessert. | 3/4 hours | 80,- |
| Tour, Winetasting and VIP Lunch | Visit of the cellar of the old Villa and visit of the private collection beloning to the family. After the visit aperitif in the patio with sparkling and finger food, tasting of 4 wines paired with a tasty VIP lunch prepared by the family chef with hors d'oeuvre, first course, main course and dessert | 4 hourse | 110,- |
A 3 day advance reservation is required.
- Frescobaldi Brut Millesimato
- Leonia Spumante Pomino DOC
- Pomino Bianco doc
- Pomino Benefizio Riserva doc
- Vermentino dell'Ammiraglia
- Saltagrilli Tenuta Frescobaldi di Castiglioni
- Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva
- Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva
- Montesodi igt
- Mormoreto igt
(including icewine, late harvest and botrytized wines)
- Pomino vin santo
- Pomino Vendemmia Tardiva
| Directions |
CASTELLO di NIPOZZANO Località Nipozzano 50060 Pelago (Firenze) Gps coordinates 43.784813 - 11.471615 • From Florence downtown – approx 45 minutes drive Coming from the centre of Florence (Fortezza da Basso) drive along the “Viali di Circonvallazione” (in the following succession: Lavagnini, Matteotti, Gramsci) direction Piazza Beccaria. Go ahead to Viale Giovane Italia until you see the bank of the River Arno. Turn left and then straight on following Lungarno del Tempio and Lungarno Cristoforo Colombo. Turn right over the second bridge (Ponte da Verrazzano) following the signs to Piazza Gavinana. Cross the bridge and drive straight on: roundabout, Via Bracciolini, another roundabout, Viale Giannotti, new roundabout, Viale Europa. At the end of Viale Europa take a left turn to Pontassieve. You are on the road along the Arno (SP34), drive ahead (following the signs Pontassieve) passing through Candeli and Vallina. At the big roundabout go right following signs Roma/Incisa/Consuma. Take the exit Pontassieve Est, following the signs for Consuma. At the end of the junction go right, always following Consuma. After a few meters turn left on the SS70, direction Consuma. Keep driving up for 3 Kms till you see the sign indicating Nipozzano (watch out, you will see it at the last minute). Go left and drive on the asphalted road for 1 km. After having passed the “Uffici” (offices, which are on the left) turn immediately left, do not go straight on, following the sign for Enoteca and Castello. Drive on to the square in front of the Villa where you can park your car. • Coming from North – Firenze Sud highway exit – approx 35 minutes drive Coming from highway A1, exit at FIRENZE SUD. Drive toward Florence, and get off at the exit indicating BAGNO A RIPOLI. Follow the signs to ROSANO and PONTASSIEVE. You are on the road along the Arno (SP34), drive ahead (following the signs Pontassieve) passing through Candeli and Vallina. At the big roundabout go right following signs Roma/Incisa/Consuma. Take the exit Pontassieve Est, following the signs for Consuma. At the end of the junction go right, always following Consuma. After a few meters turn left on the SS70, direction Consuma. Keep driving up for 3 Kms till you see the sign indicating Nipozzano (watch out, you will see it at the last minute). Go left and drive on the asphalted road for 1 km. After having passed the “Uffici” (offices, which are on the left) turn immediately left, do not go straight on, following the sign for Enoteca and Castello. Drive on to the square in front of the Villa where you can park your car. • Coming from South – Incisa highway exit – approx 35 minutes drive Take the highway A1 direction Florence. Take the exit Incisa Valdarno and then the SS69 road on the right following direction Pontassieve. Go ahead for 15,5 km (passing through Ciliegi, Leccio, S. Clemente, S. Ellero, Carbonile) up to the fork to Bibbiena/Consuma, on the right, road SS70. Keep driving up for 3 Km till you see the sign indicating Nipozzano (watch out, you will see it at the last minute). Go left and drive on the asphalted road for 1 km. After having passed the “Uffici” (offices, which are on the left) turn immediately left, do not go straight on, following the sign for Enoteca and Castello. Drive on to the square in front of the Villa where you can park your car.
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| Latitude: | 43.7848 |
| Longitude: | 11.4716 |
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