the farm
The Farm at One Belvedere Tuscany spans 50 hectares in the heart of Castellina in Chianti, where nature and the agricultural landscape shape the guest experience.
Our agricultural approach draws on regenerative and permaculture principles. Within Belvedere1’s vineyards, documented regenerative practices include cover crops, green manure and soil-focused management. The broader agricultural philosophy is influenced by the work of Masanobu Fukuoka, a Japanese farmer and agricultural philosopher, and Allan Savory, a pioneer of holistic management.
At the core of our approach is a simple idea: that each of us must answer for our own conduct, toward the planet, and toward the present and future of the people around us.
the 6 principles of regenerative agriculture
Regenerative agriculture approaches farming and its repercussions along 6 main guiding principles.
soil health
Minimizing soil disturbance and soil loss.
climate
Resource conservation and careful use of off-farm inputs
water preservation
Water conservation and monitoring
biodiversity
Plant diversity, including through cover crops
social cohesion
Long-term viability and livelihood benefits for farmers.
economic diversification
Circular and social solidarity economic model.
soil health
Minimizing soil disturbance and soil loss
climate
Resource conservation and careful use of off-farm inputs
water preservation
Water conservation and monitoring
biodiversity
Plant diversity, including through cover crops
social cohesion
Long-term viability and
livelihood benefits for farmers
economic diversification
Circular and social solidarity economic model
what is agroecology
Agroecology melds traditional farming wisdom with modern scientific insights, tailor-made for our region’s unique challenges.
This approach brings together agricultural knowledge, ecological observation and practical land-management choices adapted to local conditions.
what is permaculture
Design of human-scale systems intended to be stable, efficient, and resilient. Regenerative agriculture is one of these systems.
Permaculture is based on three requirements:
CARE FOR THE EARTH
CARE FOR PEOPLE
CARE FOR THE FUTURE
Core tenet:
TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACTIONS
what is agroecology
Agroecology melds traditional farming wisdom with modern scientific insights, tailor-made for our region’s unique challenges.
This approach brings together agricultural knowledge, ecological observation and practical land-management choices adapted to local conditions.
what is permaculture
Design of human-scale systems intended to be stable, efficient, and resilient. Regenerative agriculture is one of these systems.
Permaculture is based on three requirements:
CARE FOR THE EARTH
CARE FOR PEOPLE
CARE FOR THE FUTURE
Core tenet:
TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ACTIONS
our garden
honey
Liquid gold crafted by industrious bees, a sweet symphony of floral nectars kissed by the Tuscan breeze. Bee colonies form part of One Belvedere Tuscany’s wider agricultural landscape.
hens
We care for Nostrana, Livornese biaca and Valdarno nera hens. Typical Tuscan breeds.
fruits & vegetables
Indulge in the bounty of vibrant fruits and vegetables bursting with flavor, each bite a celebration of nature’s abundance.
olive trees
The properties count about 1300 trees from 5 cultivars: Leccino, Frontoio, Moraiolo, Pendolino and Maurino. We handpick our olives, press them within 24 hours to ensure the oil remains nobile to produce two olive oils, one being IGT classico: Amaya. and one Dop: Alya.
vines
Experience the sun-warmed grapes of our vineyard. bursting with flavor, and kissed by the gentle breezes of the Italian countryside
goats
Our Tibetan goats Karina J, Maleficent, Tremoty and Cesare, all 80% Sanen, are here to keep you company and clean the forest.
honey
Liquid gold crafted by industrious bees, a sweet symphony of floral nectars kissed by the Tuscan breeze. Bee colonies form part of One Belvedere Tuscany’s wider agricultural landscape.
hens
We care for Nostrana, Livornese biaca and Valdarno nera hens. Typical Tuscan breeds.
fruits & vegetables
Indulge in the bounty of vibrant fruits and vegetables bursting with flavor, each bite a celebration of nature’s abundance.
olive trees
The properties count about 1300 trees from 5 cultivars: Leccino, Frontoio, Moraiolo, Pendolino and Maurino. We handpick our olives, press them within 24 hours to ensure the oil remains nobile to produce two olive oils, one being IGT classico: Amaya. and one Dop: Alya.
Over the past 2 years we have planted a total combined of 3000 laurels, mulberries, abelia, lemons, olive trees, oleanders, aromatic plants, jasmine, myrtle and gaura.
vines
Experience the sun-warmed grapes of our vineyard. bursting with flavor, and kissed by the gentle breezes of the Italian countryside
goats
Our Tibetan goats Karina J, Maleficent, Tremoty and Cesare, all 80% Sanen, are here to keep you company and clean the forest.
honey
Liquid gold crafted by industrious bees, a sweet symphony of floral nectars kissed by the Tuscan breeze. Bee colonies form part of One Belvedere Tuscany’s wider agricultural landscape.
hens
We care for Nostrana, Livornese bianca and Valdarno nera hens. Typical Tuscan breeds.
fruits & vegetables
Indulge in the bounty of vibrant fruits and vegetables bursting with flavor, each bite a celebration of nature’s abundance.
olive trees
The properties count about 1300 trees from 5 cultivars: Leccino, Frontoio, Moraiolo, Pendolino and Maurino. We handpick our olives, press them within 24 hours to ensure the oil remains nobile to produce two olive oils, one being IGT classico: Amaya. and one Dop: Alya.
Over the past 2 years we have planted a total combined of 3000 laurels, mulberries, abelia, lemons, olive trees, oleanders, aromatic plants, jasmine, myrtle and gaura.
vines
Experience the sun-warmed grapes of our vineyard. bursting with flavor, and kissed by the gentle breezes of the Italian countryside
goats
Our Tibetan goats Karina J, Maleficent, Tremoty and Cesare, all 80% Sanen, are here to keep you company and clean the forest.