20의 부신가지 명소 & 주요 장소

Located just south of Gaiole, Meleto Castle is one of the most fascinating castles in Chianti. Documented since the 11th century as a property of the Abbey of Coltibuono, it later passed under the control of the Ricasoli family, who made it one of the main fortresses defending the area. The imposing structure still retains its medieval appearance with its massive square tower, crenellated walls, and two elegant cylindrical bastions added in the 15th century. Inside, there is an elegant courtyard, frescoed rooms, a chapel, and even a small 18th-century theater. Today, the castle is open to visitors and hosts events, tastings, and wine-related activities, offering splendid views of the Chianti countryside.

This imposing medieval castle now houses a luxury residence and is home to a winery specializing in the production of Chianti Classico wine.

small cemetery with fresh fountain available

A tiring climb, on a stony and dusty dirt road. An exceptional panorama during the ascent. I encountered this point during a stage of the Eroica. The road on the ground, the effort on the pedals but around a wonderful landscape made up of immense green (in spring) or yellow (in summer) expanses. The colors of Tuscany are all here.

Brolio Castle, located in Gaiole in Chianti, bears the signs of the most diverse eras of which it is a witness: from the medieval bastions, to the Romanesque, neo-Gothic theme, up to the Tuscan nineteenth century. It is currently managed by the Ricasoli farm, which thanks to the surrounding land, has masterfully produced wine and oil for hundreds of years. The building can be visited and, by consulting the website, it is possible to find different types of tours and tastings.

You meet this castle at the end of the first ascent of the Eroica, coming from Gaiole in Chianti. The castle deserves a refreshment/water break after the climb, to then set off again on the white brackets towards the rest of the first heroic stage.

The famous white roads of Tuscany, great slopes and a lot of satisfaction. Gravel makes both ascents and descents even more difficult. However, walking these roads calmly and appreciating the landscape is really exciting.

Beautiful, tough, stupendous panoramas, as much as the effort to climb.