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The Meleto Castle is a castle in the heart of Chianti. It is a dream place, no more reserved only to the noble families of Tuscany but open to you as well. Meleto
Castle was originally a Florentine fortification against Siena. This fortress belonged
to the noble family Ricasoli, as did Brolio Castle. In 1968 the Ricasoli family sold
Meleto Castle and the surrounding estate, which covered around 1,100 hectares, to
the Societą Viticola Toscana.
Six apartments, which are directly attached to the wall of the castle or fortress, have been restored since summer 1968. They have taken the place of previous small buildings meant to be used by the farm. Each apartment has a terrace or garden for relaxing in the open air. Very close to the apartments (100-150 m) there is also a swimming-pool. Meleto is in Gaiole in Chianti, about 1 km from the village. In Gaiole and in the small villages nearby there are several pizzerias and restaurants of every level and price category. Meleto is very centrally located for day excursions to Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Arezzo, Perugia, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Chianciano, Bagni Vignoni, Pitigliano, and Saturnia. From Meleto it is possible to go for pleasant walks or bicycle trips in the countryside. In any case, for more opportunities, we suggest you have a car at your disposal. |
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