Il Borgo di Vescine was conceived and started life as a Watch Tower during the Longobard reign (7th to 9th century) in order to control the surrounding territory which included the important Towns of Radda in Chianti and Castellina. Towards the end of the 8th century as the area became a free domain and as the practice of that era was the norm, a big surrounding wall partitioning was constructed as well as a second tower. The remains of these towers are partly visible in the walls as part of the structure that makes the borgo. Towards the end of 1000 AD and precisely the 25th of July 998, the Marquise Ugo, Founder of the Marquisate of Tuscany, to please the clergy, made a lavish donation to the Poggibonsi Monastery near by and within these donations many plots of land between radda and Castellina which presumably included Il Borgo di vescine. It's easy then to assume that it was the monks that practiced the traditional and rational agricultural customs, the ones that started to cultivate and plant the first vines, olives etc. Throughout the centuries, the little fortress grew with a few inhabitants and took shape in what became a fully functional village hamlet with families working the surrounding land. The villagers undertook the tiresome task of building the stone dry walls for cultivation, that as of today, are recognised by Unesco as world heritage and is of historical interest. We have first hand information from some familes and farmers that lived in the Borgo in the first half of the last century which has been unfortunately abandoned and left to ruin immediately after WW2.
Il Borgo di Vescine was conceived and started life as a Watch Tower during the Longobard reign (7th to 9th century) in order to control the surrounding territory which included the important Towns of Radda in Chianti and Castellina. Towards the end of the 8th century as the area became a free domain and as the practice of that era was the norm, a big surrounding wall partitioning was constructed as well as a second tower. The remains of these towers are partly visible in the walls as part of the structure that makes the borgo. Towards the end of 1000 AD and precisely the 25th of July 998, the Marquise Ugo, Founder of the Marquisate of Tuscany, to please the clergy, made a lavish donation to the Poggibonsi Monastery near by and within these donations many plots of land between radda and Castellina which presumably included Il Borgo di vescine. It's easy then to assume that it was the monks that practiced the traditional and rational agricultural customs, the ones that started to cultivate and plant the first vines, olives etc. Throughout the centuries, the little fortress grew with a few inhabitants and took shape in what became a fully functional village hamlet with families working the surrounding land. The villagers undertook the tiresome task of building the stone dry walls for cultivation, that as of today, are recognised by Unesco as world heritage and is of historical interest. We have first hand information from some familes and farmers that lived in the Borgo in the first half of the last century which has been unfortunately abandoned and left to ruin immediately after WW2.
These days, Signora Paladin along with her fanily and a supporting team of knowleadgeable staff, undertook a huge task to regain the spirit and soul to the Borgo. A romantic yet functional place where the agricultural lifestyle is the “set-piece” of Vescine. Inside the Borgo estate, the Hotel Relais concept was born to give our guests the ultimate “feel” of Centuries past, offering a quality environment which will give our guests the magic sensation of “life in a Borgo Chiantigiano”.
Our special dinner nights are one of the most suggestive experience at The Borgo, where the guest will have the opportunity to revive the magic atmosphere of the old days in Chianti.Every week The Borgo organize different dinners experiences in different unique location: under the centenary olive grove and in the medieval square, where conviviality meet the great and tasty food ,slowly cooked in the old oven.Those events, that are made twice a week, together with the a’ la carte dinners in our restaurants, are a unique opportunity to take back home a lovely and unforgettable memory of the Chianti .
These days, Signora Paladin along with her fanily and a supporting team of knowleadgeable staff, undertook a huge task to regain the spirit and soul to the Borgo. A romantic yet functional place where the agricultural lifestyle is the “set-piece” of Vescine. Inside the Borgo estate, the Hotel Relais concept was born to give our guests the ultimate “feel” of Centuries past, offering a quality environment which will give our guests the magic sensation of “life in a Borgo Chiantigiano”.
Our special dinner nights are one of the most suggestive experience at The Borgo, where the guest will have the opportunity to revive the magic atmosphere of the old days in Chianti.Every week The Borgo organize different dinners experiences in different unique location: under the centenary olive grove and in the medieval square, where conviviality meet the great and tasty food ,slowly cooked in the old oven.Those events, that are made twice a week, together with the a’ la carte dinners in our restaurants, are a unique opportunity to take back home a lovely and unforgettable memory of the Chianti .
Our special dinner nights are one of the most suggestive experience at The Borgo, where the guest will have the opportunity to revive the magic atmosphere of the old days in Chianti. Every week The Borgo organize different dinners experiences in different unique location: under the centenary olive grove and in the medieval square, where conviviality meet the great and tasty food ,slowly cooked in the old oven. Those events, that are made twice a week, together with the a’ la carte dinners in our restaurants, are a unique opportunity to take back home a lovely and unforgettable memory of the Chianti.
Our special dinner nights are one of the most suggestive experience at The Borgo, where the guest will have the opportunity to revive the magic atmosphere of the old days in Chianti. Every week The Borgo organize different dinners experiences in different unique location: under the centenary olive grove and in the medieval square, where conviviality meet the great and tasty food ,slowly cooked in the old oven. Those events, that are made twice a week, together with the a’ la carte dinners in our restaurants, are a unique opportunity to take back home a lovely and unforgettable memory of the Chianti.
A very special evening. Every week in our Piazza, we recreate the same dinner-party atmosphere that Vescine's old settlers created. It was the Borgo's celebration banquet where the locals used it as an aexcuse to have a feast, drink and laugh. We invite our guests to feel the same conviviality in the most charming and fascinating atmosphere where tables are adorned with flowers and plenty of fresh food is done on the spot in our 700 year old wood fire oven. Pizza, bread and freshly cooked meals are done patiently in the oven and use only local stone ground flour and grains. A joyful occasion which can be enjoyed exclusively by large broups if booked in advance
A very special evening. Every week in our Piazza, we recreate the same dinner-party atmosphere that Vescine's old settlers created. It was the Borgo's celebration banquet where the locals used it as an aexcuse to have a feast, drink and laugh. We invite our guests to feel the same conviviality in the most charming and fascinating atmosphere where tables are adorned with flowers and plenty of fresh food is done on the spot in our 700 year old wood fire oven. Pizza, bread and freshly cooked meals are done patiently in the oven and use only local stone ground flour and grains. A joyful occasion which can be enjoyed exclusively by large broups if booked in advance
Spoil yourselves with the most delightful meal you'll ever have: Candlelit dinner under the olive trees. Engage yourselves in natural Chianti surroundings just like days of old.
Spoil yourselves with the most delightful meal you'll ever have: Candlelit dinner under the olive trees. Engage yourselves in natural Chianti surroundings just like days of old.
In the older room of the Borgo, dated 1061 and located in the basement of the old tower, you will have the opportunity to follow a magic tasting journey ,accompanied from our sommelier. In the place where, during the centuries, the old residents of the village use to preserve this precious nectar, you will relish our own wine’s and renowned oil.
In the older room of the Borgo, dated 1061 and located in the basement of the old tower, you will have the opportunity to follow a magic tasting journey ,accompanied from our sommelier. In the place where, during the centuries, the old residents of the village use to preserve this precious nectar, you will relish our own wine’s and renowned oil.
In the new Borgo’s cocktail bar and in our orangerie with glasses walls,where you can enjoy one of the best sunset in Chianti, you will linger to taste one of our classic cocktails and aperitifs, remembering the old good times. Our pool bar will rejoice your relaxing days at the sun, and the after dinners at the Bistrot, maybe with a nice aged spirit and a cigar.
In the new Borgo’s cocktail bar and in our orangerie with glasses walls,where you can enjoy one of the best sunset in Chianti, you will linger to taste one of our classic cocktails and aperitifs, remembering the old good times. Our pool bar will rejoice your relaxing days at the sun, and the after dinners at the Bistrot, maybe with a nice aged spirit and a cigar.
Master the secrets of the ancient Tuscan cuisine and enjoy yourself in the process. These are our coocking classes. Our chefs will guide you and direct you throughout the process and show you how to make the most succulent recipies. You will hand pick all the ingredients from the land that you will cook. From land to table.
Master the secrets of the ancient Tuscan cuisine and enjoy yourself in the process. These are our coocking classes. Our chefs will guide you and direct you throughout the process and show you how to make the most succulent recipies. You will hand pick all the ingredients from the land that you will cook. From land to table.