Castello Sonnino
Castello Sonnino
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Castello Sonnino is situated in the town of Montespertoli and represents the foundation of Italian culture. Castello Sonnino has been selected as a ‘Gucci Places’, a project Gucci launched in 2018, identifying seven special places in the world they claim to be inspirational. Castello Sonnino is ‘living history to sustain the future’. Tours our ancient Cellars, Vinsantaia & wine tastings are possible on request as well as a meal at our own Enoteca, there is also free entrance to the nearest swimming-pool (5 minutes by car).
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Morgan
Boortmeerbeek, Belgium1 contribution
Sep 2021 • Couples
We booked a wine tasting, tour and light lunch. To our surprise we were welcomed by a Dutch speaking lady, who has been living in Italy for several decades. During the lunch, three Sonnino wines were served. The lunch itself also included the estate’s own honeys (from forest and fields), fig jam, olive oil, olives, vinegar and salami. The first round, several bruschette with tomatoes, pecorino, zucchini and cream cheese were served. Second round melon with ham, third round pasta with tomato and olives and to finish some regional biscuits with the Sonnino dessert wine.
After the lunch we were lucky to have a private tour including the cellars that date back from the 1300’s. Also the Sonnino’s private property with the typical bell tower was very impressive!
All in all a great afternoon with good local food and wine and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend it!
After the lunch we were lucky to have a private tour including the cellars that date back from the 1300’s. Also the Sonnino’s private property with the typical bell tower was very impressive!
All in all a great afternoon with good local food and wine and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend it!
Written September 10, 2021
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Walter A
7 contributions
Jun 2021
A beautiful location with a very friendly staff. This was our first stop in Montespertoli inorder to meet up with the rest of our group and it was a perfect way to start our vacation. We sat at a long table out on the terrace under a grape arbor and enjoyed some delicous wine, antipasti and an incredible view.
We enjoyed this place so much that it became our go to spot to meet up at the end of the day's tours.
We would definitely return the next time we are back.
Our visit was in early 2019 .
We enjoyed this place so much that it became our go to spot to meet up at the end of the day's tours.
We would definitely return the next time we are back.
Our visit was in early 2019 .
Written May 12, 2022
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Sabrina C
Dallas, TX94 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
We popped in here on a whim, and we are so glad we did! Getting up to the top of the hill where this is placed is full of breathtaking views. Then the castle and vineyard its self is just devine. The ladies who helped us set up a quick tasting for us for $10...the wine was absolutely delicious! Though we didn't have much time, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely like to go back again.
Written May 25, 2018
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Tim B
Sydney, Australia142 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
The combined tour, wine tasting and lunch is great value! Generous portions and personalised service... good information and very friendly staff!
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Recommend
Written July 7, 2019
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watigian
Epping, NH24 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
We spent 2 weeks in the small town of Montespertoli and found it to be the perfect small Tuscan village. Perched on a hill top surrounded by olive groves and vineyards it recalls all those travel posters and ads for the Italian countryside. The winery of Sonnino just adds to the pleasure of the location as the wine and the people there are incredible.
Written January 16, 2018
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Dear Watigian,
Thank you for your review. We are happy to know that the reality of Montespertoli, in which Castello Sonnino is located, was an experience for you that brought wonder and amazement.
We hope to have you as our guest again, maybe for a stay in our farm!
Kind Regards,
Castello Sonnino
Written January 17, 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sheshep7
Brecon, UK28 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
We were looking lost in this little town on the hill. A local English lady spotted us and directed us to Castello Sonnino. After a lovely lunch and wine tasting on the terrace we were given a tour of the winery. The staff here are great and enthusiastic. The cost was 30euros pp. Vegetarian diet catered for. Thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Grazie.
Written October 19, 2019
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MariaOldeen
Munich, Germany19 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We were recommend Sonnino castle and it’s winetasting from our AirBnb host and we were not disappointed.
We had a lovely lunch in a beautiful garden while we were served the wine and afterwards Stefano, our host, took us on a tour of the castle grounds while explaining the winemaking process.
Stefano was really knowledgeable and I really appreciated that we could sit down and enjoy the wine in peace and quiet while also being served a home cooked meal. At so many other places you stand around a bar while served the wine, which takes away from the authenticity.
Highly recommend the tour and the tasting. The view from the tower is stunning!
We had a lovely lunch in a beautiful garden while we were served the wine and afterwards Stefano, our host, took us on a tour of the castle grounds while explaining the winemaking process.
Stefano was really knowledgeable and I really appreciated that we could sit down and enjoy the wine in peace and quiet while also being served a home cooked meal. At so many other places you stand around a bar while served the wine, which takes away from the authenticity.
Highly recommend the tour and the tasting. The view from the tower is stunning!
Written April 29, 2019
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ecrossfit1988
Newmarket, UK39 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
This was a great visit! We learned a lot and drank great wine m! We did the full lunch and it was delicious! This place is beautiful!
Written April 24, 2018
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Hayden S
Washington DC, DC153 contributions
Sep 2017 • Couples
We wanted to find a place to see some wine being made and also taste the wine and have some lunch. This was a remarkable find. Great food, followed by a tour of some unusual and old school ways to make wine. Worth the time and money for sure!
Our sever had a remarkably American accent, so we asked about his background. Born in America, grew up in Italy, spoke English half the time and Italian the rest of the time.
Our lunch came with a flight of their wines. Each course paired perfectly. We had intended to visit a number of actual wineries in the area. After being here, we didn't bother. Nothing else was going to top this one.
Our sever had a remarkably American accent, so we asked about his background. Born in America, grew up in Italy, spoke English half the time and Italian the rest of the time.
Our lunch came with a flight of their wines. Each course paired perfectly. We had intended to visit a number of actual wineries in the area. After being here, we didn't bother. Nothing else was going to top this one.
Written October 8, 2017
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Dear Hayden,
Thank you for your lovely words, we appreciated so much because we are happy when our guest are interested and excited about their experience at Castello Sonnino.
We are delighted to have appreciated our lunch, wine tour, our history and attention to detail in order to offer a unique experience for our guests.
We hope to have you soon as our guests, maybe for a taste of the new vintages!
Kind Regards,
Castello Sonnino
Written October 13, 2017
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Patricia E
Middletown, CT9 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
My husband and myself, took our two sons and their wives to this beautiful winery, close to the villa we stayed at. We were given a great tour of the winery, learning not only the wine process, but the history of this beautiful place. Afterward, we were given a wonderful lunch, with several wines followed by their awesome dessert wine. We enjoyed this excursion very much. We bought several bottles to drink on our last night in Tuscany. A great way to end our family trip!
Written June 25, 2017
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for your lovely words, we appreciated so much.
We are happy that you enjoyed the wine tour and the history that makes Castello Sonnino an unforgettable experience.
We hope your family trip has been interesting and exciting, and hope to see you soon, maybe to stay in our farmhouse.
Written July 13, 2017
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Simona A
264 contributions
Buongiorno, quali sono giorni e orari delle visite ? E i prezzi della visita con degustazione ? Grazie
Padrone
Newcastle, England94 contributions
We are staying in Castiglioncello in June / July and would like to visit Castello Sonninno. What's the best way to arrange this?
We will be using public transport, or taking an organised trip if there is one.
Thanks.
Castello Sonnino
Montespertoli, Italy
Dear Sir,
Sorry for our delay in responding you! We will be very glad to host you in our Winery. here below our proposal:
June / July 2015
number of people?
12:30
Tour of the Winery (historical cellars, vinsantaia and orciaia)
Light lunch in our Enoteca: 3 Castello Sonnino wines with mixed bruschette, selection of salami, cheese with honey and jam, first course, vinsanto and cantuccini.
I am looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Best regards
Castello Sonnino
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