Chianti, ItalyGaiole in Chianti
Castello di Spaltenna
Fortified monastery estate
Fortified monastery estate
The estate was built as a tenth-century fortified monastery, where days run quietly between medieval stone courtyards and Chianti vineyards.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A fortified tenth-century monastery and castle with an eleventh-century Romanesque parish church.
Notable
Estate-grown Sangiovese wines poured beside classic Tuscan fare in the vaulted tavern.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Gaiole in Chianti sits just downhill, and gravel roads through the valley link directly to the historic Eroica cycling routes.
The rooms
Rooms are split between the medieval castle and separate outbuildings, looking out across estate vineyards and wooded hills.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 25-meter infinity pool stretches toward the estate vineyards. Inside, a second pool rests under exposed timber beams.
Sauna and steam
A timber Finnish sauna sits beside a blue mosaic Turkish bath. Nearby, an indoor Jacuzzi rests against exposed stone.
The gym
Technogym equipment fills a glass-walled fitness pavilion looking straight out across the rolling Tuscan countryside.
La Terrazza Restaurant
Tables sit under parasols on the stone terrace among blooming roses, looking out across the estate's Sangiovese vineyards.
At the table
Il Pievano serves dinner in the stone cloister courtyard beneath the castle tower. The cellar holds over 750 labels.
How it began
Records from 1030 trace the complex to a fortified parish church, held for centuries by Tuscany's noble Ricasoli family.
Chianti
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
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.