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Embracing Simple, Timeless Living

Embracing Simple, Timeless Living

Discover why more American families are making Tuscany their second home—drawn by genuine community rituals, like harvesting olives together, and the ease of blending remote work with countryside serenity. Learn how this region offers both cultural richness and modern comforts—from local traditions that unite generations to the reliable connectivity that keeps you plugged in when […]

Chianti Classico

Chianti Classico

Chianti Classico is a renowned wine-producing region that stretches between Florence and Siena in Tuscany. It is home to one of the most famous and highly regarded wines: Chianti Classico. This exceptional wine is part of the Super-Tuscan category and has been produced in the region for over 2,000 years, dating back to Etruscan times. […]

History of Tuscan Farmhouses: Leopoldina Design

History of Tuscan Farmhouses: Leopoldina Design

Named after Leopoldo, Grand Duke of Tuscany, the Leopoldina was designed to be a new type of farmhouse, originating in the late 1700s. It was intended to provide a better quality of life for farmworkers of the time. Leopoldo’s innovation was to bring the housing of the Chianine, the Ox stalls, within the walls of […]