Il Palagio estate lies amid the rolling hills of the lush, fertile Tuscan countryside south of Florence. The private home of Sting and his wife Trudie Styler, the favourite retreat for their friends and growing family, this truly remarkable sixteenth-century estate nestling amongst the vineyards of the Chianti region is now available as a luxury events venue and bespoke holiday destination.
From the mid-1500s Il Palagio has harvested, fermented and bottled its own wines. Sting and Trudie have gone to great lengths to keep the tradition alive. Using organic farming methods, they have replanted 11 hectares of vineyards since 2000. Resulting in four beautiful reds: Message in a Bottle, Casino delle Vie, Sister Moon and When We Dance.
The grounds at Il Palagio offer a sprawling picture book for you to explore. Where countless small joys and moments of wonder await. Whatever your whim or desire, chances are Il Palagio offers it in a unique and memorable way. The estate extends some 350 hectares, much of the land given over to forest which boasts, among its countless natural wonders, some truly breathtaking lakes.
IGT TOSCANA
This exquisite wine is named after Sting’s song, “Sister Moon.” The first Toscana IGT from Il Palagio, it is comprised of Sangiovese, together with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, ages for 18 months in French barriques.
Product details
Aroma: Sweet cherries, crushed flowers and licories.
Varietal composition: Sangiovese 40%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Sauvignon 30%
Vinification: Fermantation in stainless steel
Chianti DOCG 2021
In Tuscany and particularly the Chianti area, when spring comes its traditional to begin to drink the wine from the last harvest. A charming everyday Chianti, named after the Sting song, “When We Dance.” With 95% Sangiovese blended with Canaiolo and Colorino grapes, When We Dance is a glorious ruby red and has a palette that is balanced and smooth.
Product details
Aroma: Cherry
Varietal composition: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
Vinification: Fermantation in stainless steel
ROSSO TOSCANA IGT
When Sting wrote his iconic song Message in a Bottle, he sang of the universal human need to connect. And what better way to enjoy a delicious bottle of wine than with friends. Crafted by our expert winemakers Daniel O’Donnell and Paolo Caciorgna, this is a versatile and very drinkable Toscana Indicazione Geografica Tipica. With a complex aroma of cherries, wild blackberries and spices, this wine will compliment many dishes, but goes most perfectly with friends, loved ones and convivial conversation. Send an SOS to someone to come and share it with you.
Product details
Aroma: A complex aroma of cherries, wild blackberries and spices.
Varietal composition: Sangiovese 70%, Merlot 15%, Syrah 15%
Winemaker notes: Aged in French oak barrels for 12 mounth