from the Uffizi.....outdoor terrace
....this estate:which comprises vineyards and olive trees and rooms with many gorgeous views is run by and belongs to the ever smiling,ever delightful Anna Piazzini and family.
This is a place of quiet contemplation, a 30mns drive from central Florence via the highway and far enough to be serene yet close enough to be in the scene...if you get what I mean!...
There are rooms and suites to stay in and around the restored farmhouse and a rather grandiose villa that sleeps 7 couples with a walk in fireplace,billiard table...a country style kitchen that begs to be used and plenty of grounds to walk around in with pools and tennis courts.
For wine buffs....The Camporsoli is a full bodied, velvety smooth red wine
The Campoleo, a merlot like none I have had in a long while...
The Villa Milani Chianti is both playful and refreshing...and
The Gigliolino Bianco is fresh and crisp as a summer's day
We should know! We bought 18 bottles of wine and a gorgeous bottle of their extra virgin olive oil......
Charcuteria anyone? I'll get the wine!
For in depth information on La Gigliola...do go to their website:http://www.lagigliola.it/en/
