Aside from all that comes with having the evocative name ‘Chianti’ in its title, Greve in Chianti is probably best known for its triangular shaped piazza. Instead of a market square, in Greve in Chianti you do your Saturday shopping in the charming medieval market triangle. Along the three sides are elegant low-rise shops and arcades in shades of Tuscan yellow, and at the ‘peak’ is the beautiful church of Santa Croce, home to a superb art collection. During the annual Chianti Classico expo the triangle is packed with vintners, wine lovers and wine experts, and this becomes the capital of the whole Chianti region. Our pick of the best places to stay in Greve in Chianti include converted country estates and villas on the outskirts of town, local agriturismos, and restaurants with rooms.
One of the really charming things about Greve in Chianti is that it’s in the heart of the Chianti region, which stretches almost to Florence in the north, and Siena in the south; yet it still feels relatively peaceful — especially when compared to those to major centres. Small hamlets surround Greve in Chianti, which is where much of the produce on those Saturday markets has always come from.
Wine is a huge industry here, and our recommendations for the best places to stay in Greve in Chianti will be well known to many foodies and wine lovers, but this is also a centre of olive oil production, and truffle harvesting. Wild boar is often on the menu, paired with Chianti, obviously, and white beans, fennel, chard and kale; and Greve in Chianti is also known for its salamis, guinea fowl, and pecorino.
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Greve in Chianti (50022 Greve in Chianti (FI) Italy )
Historic Tuscan hotel on working farm. Rooms and apartments are spread across the villas, with exposed beams, terracotta floors and antique furniture. Outdoor pools, spa, gym, games room and children's play area. Superb Tuscan cuisine and outstanding wine list. Peaceful, pretty and authentic.
Greve in Chianti
Gorgeous Tuscan villa with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Traditional, romantic bedrooms and suites with oak floors, soft fabrics and antique furniture. New heated salt water swimming pool for 2017, winery, restaurant, wine tasting and cookery classes.
Greve in Chianti (Tuscany)
Beautifully decorated country house with glorious views. A pretty pale blue facade and bedrooms that ooze traditional elegance - strong earthy colours, wooden beams, canopied beds and huge bath tubs. Excellent restaurant and cookery school. A popular choice with honeymooners and romantics.
Greve in Chianti (Via Case Sparse 64 )
Set in the old village of Vitigliano's restored ruins, this luxurious property enjoys a hilltop location in prettyChianti. Boasting individually designed and incredibly spacious suites with bare stone walls and Persian rugs. Sample local cuisine in the exemplary restaurant and sip on regional wines.
