Wedding Settings

Settings

Italy offers an extraordinary palette of wedding venues — from fairytale castles and aristocratic villas to coastal hideaways and timeless countryside estates, each with its own soul and story

Concept & Design

Design

The concept is the first creative act — an emotional and aesthetic vision. From there, the design takes shape, translating that vision into forms, textures, colors, and atmospheres

Wedding Services

Services

We compose weddings as one-of-a-kind creations — where every service, from fragrance to lighting, music to materials, becomes part of a poetic dialogue between the couple, the concept, and the spirit of the venue.

About Us

About Us

Paolo & Jinane, alongside a team of elite planners and designers, craft bespoke weddings and events with the elegance of couture and the narrative depth of timeless art.

Menu

Castle Weddings in Tuscany:
Host Your Event at Castello di Meleto

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF CHIANTI AT
CASTELLO DI MELETO
FOR YOUR SPECIAL EVENT

Castello di Meleto is an imposing 13th-century fortress once owned by the Ricasoli barons, perched above Gaiole in Chianti. Encircled by 140 hectares of Sangiovese vines, olive groves and cypress woods, it fuses medieval architecture with warm hospitality, offering an unforgettable setting for weddings in Tuscany, private retreats and wine-lover escapes.

Wedding Castello di Meleto Chianti

Facilities

  • Historic Rooms & Suites: 29 castle suites & farmhouse apartments with Wi-Fi / A C.
  • Estate Heritage: 18th-century theatre, crenellated keep and the chapel of San Pietro in Avenano.
  • Panoramic Courtyards & Gardens: Italian garden, bastion terrace and vineyard lawn for castle weddings.
  • Al Fresco Dining: Lemon-house terrace, cloistered courtyard and poolside pergola.
  • Infinity Pool & Wine Cellar: Scenic pool plus 1 000-year-old barrel cellar for tastings.
  • Elegant Event Spaces: Frescoed Sala della Musica, glass-walled Limonaia and candle-lit theatre.
  • Farm-to-Fork Cuisine: Estate Chianti Classico, EVOO and garden produce crafted by resident chefs.
  • Experiences: E-bike routes, truffle hunts, cooking classes and hot-air-balloon launches.
  • Stunning Photo Spots: Stone bastions, vine-clad slopes and crimson Chianti sunsets.

DREAM WEDDINGS AND CEREMONIES AT
CASTELLO DI MELETO

SAY ‘I DO’ IN A MEDIEVAL CASTLE
OVERLOOKING CHIANTI VINEYARDS

Castello di Meleto offers evocative ceremony settings: the private chapel for Catholic rites, the bastion terrace for civil or symbolic vows, or the Italian garden for open-air blessings.

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ROMANTIC WEDDING RECEPTION VENUE AT
CASTELLO DI MELETO

CELEBRATE WITH AUTHENTIC
CHIANTI HOSPITALITY

Castello di Meleto hosts receptions from candle-lit banquets in the Limonaia (100 guests) to grand dinners beneath fairy lights in the courtyard (170 guests). Estate wine pairings, folk ensembles and DJ sets craft an unforgettable evening.

  • Event Capacity Summary:
  • Indoor – Limonaia & Theatre: Seated dinner for up to 100 guests.
  • Outdoor Courtyards & Gardens: Receptions for up to 170 guests.
  • Accommodations: 29 suites & apartments hosting about 80 guests on-site.

Dedicated wedding planning services, Chianti Classico wines and the storybook ambience of a fortified Tuscan castle make weddings at Castello di Meleto truly unforgettable.

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KEEP THE CELEBRATION GOING WITH AN
AFTER PARTY AT
CASTELLO DI MELETO

Round off your day with an unforgettable after-party at Castello di Meleto. Dance beneath the stars on the bastion terrace, host a DJ set in the theatre, or gather round the fire-pit for grappa & stargazing.

MUSIC HOURS AND ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS FOR YOUR AFTER PARTY

At Gargonza Castle, music and entertainment can typically continue indoors until 2 AM, while outdoor music is permitted until midnight, respecting the tranquility of the village and its surroundings. From acoustic sets to DJ performances, the venue offers flexible options to create a celebration that reflects your personal style.

Coordinate with the castle events team to align music schedules and entertainment with local regulations, ensuring a seamless finale to your Chianti wedding.

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AUTHENTIC CHIANTI ACCOMMODATION AT
CASTELLO DI MELETO

Castello di Meleto offers 29 charming suites and rustic farmhouses—some with four-poster beds, others with kitchenettes—blending medieval character with modern comfort. Perfect for wedding guests in Tuscany, the estate sleeps about 80 guests, with nearby agriturismi for overflow.

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Castello di Meleto Wedding Venue | Medieval Castle in Chianti Tuscany