Podere Collupino: an oasis of peace and harmony surrounded by the vineyards and hills of Montalcino

There is a place where Tuscany reveals itself in all its authenticity.

it is called Podere CollupinoBanfi’s farmhouse set among the Sangiovese vineyards, just 2 km from Castello Banfi and 15 minutes from the heart of Montalcino.

Here, time slows down. The silence of nature meets the rhythm of the seasons, offering experiences made of simplicity and beauty.

Whether it’s a romantic escape or a family getaway, Podere Collupino is the perfect starting point to discover the most genuine soul of Tuscany.

From the thermal baths of Bagno Vignoni, to the villages of Pienza, San Quirico d’Orcia, Radicofani, Santa Fioraevery day becomes an experience to remember. And then there is the light — filtering through the hills and caressing the heated infinity pool; the crisp morning air, the scents of the land, the sunsets painting the sky in golden hues.

Every detail is designed to welcome you.

 

Discover Podere Collupino.

Jazz & Wine in Montalcino 2025: a Festival That Still Echoes Within Us

Every summer, for the past twenty-eight years, the rolling hills of Montalcino have become the stage for a rare and precious encounter: the meeting of jazz music and wine — of emotion and identity.

Jazz & Wine in Montalcino is much more than a festival. It is a journey, a story in which notes blend with aromas, sound meets history, and the audience becomes immersed in an experience that speaks of beauty, culture, and place.

The 2025 edition was one of the most well-attended and heartfelt ever. The numbers tell the story, of course, but even more so does the audience’s response — attentive, curious, and enthusiastic. It could be felt in the energy of the six concerts that lit up Castello Banfi during the first two evenings and the fourteenth-century fortress of Montalcino for the rest, transforming them, night after night, into places suspended in time.

Among the voices and sounds that enriched the program were true legends of music: Kenny Barron, Enrico Pieranunzi, Malika Ayanethe Academy Award-winner Nicola Piovani, Javier Girotto Javier Girotto, Fabrizio Bosso e l’and the Avishai Cohen Quartet.Each brought their own vision and artistry, contributing to a collective narrative that will remain in the memory of all who were there.

But behind every success lies a shared vision. Jazz & Wine is the fruit of a strong and passionate collaboration between Banfi, the Rubei family of theAlexanderplatz Jazz Club in Rome, the Municipality of Montalcino and the entire local community. It is an event that does not simply welcome its audience but engages the territory, activates it, and celebrates it.

Castello Banfi and the Fortress of Montalcino are not just two extraordinary locations — they are symbols. They tell a story of hospitality, attention to detail, and care for what is authentic. They have always been guardians of the deep bond between culture, art, and wine.

And as we prepare for the 29th edition, our gaze is already fixed beyond, toward the milestone of 30 years. With the same passion as the very first day — and with the awareness of just how far a shared dream can go in becoming, year after year, a reality.

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Heritage: the frontier of value between terroir and storytelling

From July 7 to 11, 2025, the eighth edition of the Sanguis Jovis Summer School returns to Montalcino, promoted by the Banfi Foundation. This one-of-a-kind program in Italy offers a unique opportunity for education, culture, and networking, aimed at professionals and future leaders in the wine world.

An innovative format blending training and inspiration

The Summer School aims to train a new generation of wine professionals with a broad and contemporary vision—one that integrates production, sustainability, communication, and marketing. Participants—university students, PhD candidates, young professionals, and industry managers—will take part in an intensive, residential program with 50 hours of training, including lectures, round tables, field experiences, and informal discussions.

The 2025 Theme: Heritage

This year's edition will focus on heritage, understood as the cultural, natural, and economic legacy that defines the wine world. The school will explore how the past can be leveraged as a resource to shape the future, highlighting the relationship between terroir and storytelling.

The program, led by Professor Alberto Mattiacci with the scientific direction of Professor Attilio Scienza, includes faculty members from diverse academic fields—economics, marketing, biotechnology, anthropology—as well as key players from leading Italian wine companies.

Where and how to apply
The school will be held at OCRA – Officina Creativa dell’Abitare in Montalcino. A maximum of 20 participants will be selected, divided into two categories: Student and Professional. Applications must be submitted by June 16, 2025.

Scholarships and participation grants are available, made possible thanks to the support of companies in the wine supply chain.

An investment in the future
Participating in the Sanguis Jovis Summer School means becoming part of a long-lasting alumni community, building genuine connections, and gaining concrete tools to tackle the challenges of the wine sector in an increasingly global, sustainable, and digital world.

For more information and to download the full application:
fondazionebanfi.it