Hilltop vineyard citadel
Sun-drenched stone walkways connect eighteenth-century hamlet houses beneath the medieval fortress, surrounded by rolling Brunello vineyards.
“In 2007, however, the stone houses within their tiny village were completely renovated … catapulting Castello Banfi into a new era of grandeur.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Eighteenth-century stone hamlet buildings cluster beneath a fourteenth-century fortress overlooking rolling estate vineyards.
Remarkable
Daily estate life centered on Brunello winemaking, barrel cellars, an Etruscan balsamery, and Tuscan culinary traditions.
Notable
Personalized estate hospitality with sommelier-led tastings, included estate wines, and custom Sangiovese grape bath amenities.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The postcard-ready look of the castle lording over its lush domain is a pretty good indication of what you’ll find within the walls: exposed stone arches, vaulted ceilings and sturdy timber beams.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched above the Val d'Orcia, the secluded estate offers easy day trips to Montalcino's enotecas and the historic hill towns of Siena.
The rooms
Timber-beamed ceilings and terracotta floors frame sweeping vineyard views, accented by classic Tuscan fabrics, romantic canopied beds, and deep-set windows.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated pool sits at the edge of the Brunello vineyards, looking out across the rolling valley.
The gym
Treadmills and workout equipment sit under a shaded vine pergola against the stone facade.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
La Taverna
Traditional Tuscan dishes are served beneath the broad vaulted brick arches of the castle's former wine cellars.
The 14 rooms, housed in conjoined eighteenth-century stone buildings adjacent to the estate’s twelfth-century castello, have retained some atmospheric elements of the original structures.
At the table
Michelin-starred La Sala dei Grappoli serves contemporary Tuscan fare on an open terrace above the valley.
How it began
In 1978, the Italian-American Mariani family acquired the medieval fortress of Poggio alle Mura, later restoring its eighteenth-century workers' hamlet.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
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Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.