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The Antinori family has been committed to the art of winemaking for over six centuries since 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori became a member, of the “Arte Fiorentina dei Vinattieri”, the Florentine Winemakers’ Guild. All throughout its history, twenty-six generations long, the Antinori family has managed the business directly making innovative and sometimes bold decisions while upholding the utmost respect for traditions and the environment.

Villa d’Este is located in Cernobbio, on the shores of one of the most romantic lakes in the world and surrounded by a panorama of rare beauty. More than a hotel, a destination. More than an historical palace, a tradition. More than a place, a legend. Everything at Villa d’Este recalls the art of living: the beauty and elegance of the location are the perfect backdrop for exceptional service, thanks to the staff’s care and attention to detail that will satisfy even the most demanding guests. Enjoy the “dolce vita” on the foothills of the Italian Alps close to Como – the Italian capital of the silk industry and just 30 minutes from Milan. Many celebrities and stars have stayed at Villa d’Este over the years: Alfred Hitchcock, Rita Hayworth, Orson Welles, Elizabeth Taylor, Nick Hilton, Frank Sinatra, Ava Gardner, the Duke and Dukess of Windsor, Bruce Springsteen, Orlando Bloom, Jennifer Aniston, George Clooney, Al Pacino… just to mention a few. A proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Villa d’Este is the flagship of the homonymous hospitality group and is owned by an eminent family of Italian enterpreneurs who also own a luxury resort in Florence, Villa La Massa. In 2022 Villa d’Este celebrated its 150th Season with many exclusive events and was exceptionaly opened until January 2023.

Poggio Antico is a winery tucked away in one of Montalcino’s most elevated estates. Working with painstaking attention to detail and very low yields, we produce great wines that are truly unique in their elegance and complexity. We take immense pleasure in sharing the work, love and energy that we pour into each and every one of our bottles. Visitors are always warmly welcomed to tour our vineyards and taste a selection of our wines. At an average elevation of 480 metres above sea level, Poggio Antico’s vineyards are among the highest in the Brunello region. The lofty altitude, combined with the close proximity of the Tyrrhenian Sea, ensures that there is always a steady breeze – which has a beneficial effect etheir in dry or rainy seasons. Thanks to this unique and blessed spot, Poggio Antico wines are characterised by their elegance. The total property comprises 200 hectares, with 33 hectares under vine. Most of these plantings are Sangiovese, the hallmark grape for the Brunello appellation. The vineyards are situated so as to enjoy South/Southwest exposure. All the Poggio Antico vineyards are contained within a single estate, and all of the wine is produced from our own grapes. The cellar is located at the heart of the property, allowing us to process the grapes quickly and truly produce the best wine that our fantastic site affords. Low yields, together with hand pruning, harvest and selection, help to guarantee high quality production. A recent conversion to a parcel management system will allow each micro-terroir to truly express its best. As of 2017, the winery has been managed using organic practices. We are proud to say that we are currently working towards our organic certification.