Sustainable olive oil production: a process of care and quality

At One Belvedere, olive oil production is a lengthy process that demands attention and care at each stage to create a high-quality result. This is feasible due to its sustainable production and emphasis on the high quality of the olives utilized. The oil is derived from olives grown in accordance with regenerative agriculture principles. Our […]

Harvested with love: the first olive harvest at one belvedere

Harvested With Love The first olive harvest at One Belvedere’s Farm. https://onebelvedere.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Raccolta-Olivi.mp4 “The olive tree is a tree full of health. It is a symbol of eternity. Of all things, it has peace attached to it.” Carol Drinkwater

Grapes of sangiovese in tuscany

Are you a wine lover searching for your next adventure? Look no further than Tuscany, Italy, where the Sangiovese grape reigns supreme. This Italian red grape variety is widely grown throughout central Italy, but it finds its fullest expression in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Let’s take a deep dive into the world of Sangiovese […]

5 ways to be more self-reliant

TOPIC: SELF-RELIANCE FROM A SUSTAINABLE PERSPECTIVE When we think about self-reliance and off-grid living, most people think about solar panels and wind turbines. Yet, true self-reliance is more nuanced and goes much deeper than the corporate version of sustainability. Authentic sustainability has to do with individuals, families, and communities being resilient. Not only are such […]

Unveiling one belvedere: recognition of terroir’s splendor by Giovanni Stella.

“Recognition” The singularity of places: its soil, the vines, their age, varieties, the decisions we make at any given time, and the ideas that direct us, all come together in the wine we make. No artificial structure, construction, treatment, or manipulation can ever compare to the perfection and beauty of a natural impression. This is […]

Empowering sustainable living with Natacha Fazal Karim

Hello there! I’m Natacha Fazal Karim, and I’m excited to tell you about my story. I believe in the potential of individual acts to have a good impact on our world and future generations. I am a mother of two amazing boys, a gender equality and women empowerment activist, interior designer, and a passionate advocate […]

Giovanni Stella: crafting extraordinary wines at one belvedere

About Giovanni Stella Giovanni Stella, who everybody calls Gio, helps make the best possible wine from One Belvedere’s grapes. He studied Viticulture and Winemaking when in high school in Siena and later at Florence University. Gio has been working since a very young age in prestigious wineries in various wine-producing regions around the world and […]

A guide to taste the flavors of the maurino olive

The Maurino olive, originating from the picturesque region of Tuscany, Italy, is a remarkable olive tree variety known for its exceptional qualities. This self-sterile olive tree is a favored pollinator and often requires the presence of companion trees such as Frantoio, Leccino, or Pendolino. With its small yet abundant fruit, the Maurino olive offers a […]

Meet Marco Castagna: the agriculture team head

About Marco Castagna Marco Castgna is a lover of nature who has decided to dedicate his life to preserving it. He has been working with passion in the agricultural field for over twenty years. Both his work and his hobbies see him spend most of his time outdoors. Between mountain biking, gardening, spearfishing and beekeeping, […]

The importance of leccino olive in tuscany

Farmers in Tuscany, Italy have been cultivating the Leccino olive for centuries, turning it into a cherished treasure found in the region’s rolling hills. Its delicate flavor and aroma have made it a prized ingredient in Tuscan cuisine and a symbol of the region’s rich cultural heritage. From the gnarled trunks of the olive trees […]