Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, Montalcino, Italy
The Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco sprawls over an 800-year-old estate within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val d’Orcia. The hotel provides sweeping vistas of the spectacular countryside and nearby hilltop town of Montalcino, Tuscany. The panoramic views can be admired any time of day with the infinity pool providing a perfect vantage point.
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is situated in one of the oldest and best-preserved estates in Tuscany. Within the charming Borgo building are 23 suites that exude harmony and a sense of place, with antique furniture, locally crafted textiles and artisanal accessories. Eleven one-of-a-kind luxury villas created from restored 17th and 18th century farmhouses dot the landscape and feature private heated pools, terraces, pergolas and gardens, all framed by the setting’s outstanding natural beauty.
Each evening, Ristorante Campo del Drago serves upscale classical Italian dishes drawn from the various regions of Italy and enriched with fresh produce from the organic kitchen garden. Outside, the terrace offers stunning views of the deep green hills and sloping woodlands of Montalcino and the renowned Val d’Orcia.
At Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, wellness is a way of life. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a luxurious full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities and expert guidance as well as a host of wellness programs and opportunities for physical and mental rejuvenation.
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About Montalcino
Montalcino is a hill town located in the heart of beautiful Tuscany, Italy. The town’s peak offers stunning views over the Asso, Ombrone and Arbia valleys that are as picture perfect as you would imagine. Dotted with silvery olive orchards, vineyards, fields and villages, life moves slowly and peacefulness is imprinted in the very fabric of the culture.
Some of the wines produced in this region are famous throughout the world, such as the Brunello di Montalcino. Many wineries offer tours to discover how this ancient tradition has evolved in recent years to support a growing demand, and still remain true to the tradition roots of the community.
The town of Montalcino is divided, like many other medieval Italian cities, into quarters called contrade. Borghetto, Travaglio, Pianello and Ruga, have their own colours, songs and separate drum rhythms to distinguish them. Twice a year they meet together to perform an exhilarating archery contest under the walls of the Fortezza. Conducted in Medieval dress, with lords and ladies of each contrada who accompany the parade, this is an experience that should be on everyone’s bucket list.
