Immersed in the beautiful Tuscany, just 20 km from Florence, in Montemurlo, between the charming cities of Prato and Pistoia, the Marchesi Pancrazi Farm stands at the foot of Monte Ferrato. The heart of the estate is the historic Villa di Bagnolo, built in the 1500s by the noble Florentine family of the Strozzi princes, surrounded by 5 hectares of Pinot Noir vineyards, 3,000 olive trees, and 45 hectares of pristine woods.
The Unique Story of Our Pinot Noir
In 1965, the Tenuta di Bagnolo was inherited by the Pancrazi family. Vittorio Pancrazi decided to replant the vineyards. It was at that moment that a nursery error led to the planting of Pinot Noir vines instead of the traditional Tuscan Sangiovese.
Only in the 1980s did the expert eye of the oenologist Dr. Nicolò D’Afflitto notice the mistake and, understanding the potential derived from the terroir, it was decided that from 1989 onwards, to dedicate exclusively to the cultivation of Pinot Noir, producing the first Pinot Noir of Tuscany.
Products from Tuscany
Pinot Nero IGT: Pioneers of Pinot Noir in Tuscany, a variety we carefully cultivate in the vineyards at the foot of Monte Ferrato. Thanks to the unique microclimate and mineral-rich soil, Pinot Noir stands out for its quality and complexity.
Pinot Noir Grappa: Grappa offers a unique and refined tasting experience.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tuscan IGT: Extra virgin olive oil is the result of careful processing that respects traditions, leading to a quality product.
An Ideal Terrain for Pinot Noir
The microclimate of Bagnolo makes this area ideal for the cultivation of Pinot Noir.
Thanks to the significant temperature variation between day and night, the mineral-rich soil such as serpentine, and adequate surface moisture, the vines grow in ideal conditions for Pinot Noir.
The wines are made from different clones of Pinot Noir of French origin.
Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Villa di Bagnolo is obtained from about 3,000 olive trees located on the hills of the Estate, at the foot of Monte Ferrato. The typical Tuscan varieties include Moraiolo, Frantoio, Leccino, Pendolino, and Rossellino.
Handpicked: the olives are handpicked and placed in small crates.
Cold crushing: Within 12 hours of harvesting, crushing takes place, preserving quality and freshness.
Our oil received the award for Best Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the Province of Prato in 2018, 2021, and 2022.
The Villa of Bagnolo: History and Tradition
Built between the 16th and 17th centuries, Villa di Bagnolo was probably adapted from a medieval structure. The Villa belonged to the noble Florentine Strozzi family. Among its illustrious residents was Piero Strozzi, leader of the anti-Medici revolt of 1537.
Location
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Saturday 09:00 - 12:30
(suspended and brought forward for the months of July and August - on Thursdays from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm)
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Corporate Gifts
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VILLA OF BAGNOLO
Montalese Street 156
59013 Montemurlo (Prato)