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The estate, now
property of the Zonin family, is dominated by the historic Abbazia
Monte Oliveto, which was built by Olivetan monks in 1340. The land
around the abbey includes 18 hectares (37 acres) of vineyards, all
planted in Vernaccia of San Gimignano. The wine made from that variety
was already famous in the lifetime of Dante Alighieri.
In addition, there is an olive
orchard containing central Tuscany's most highly prized varieties:
Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino. Situated in an enchanting position,
the estate, wich is especially suited to the cultivation of vines
and olives, commands a spectacular view of the towers of San Gimignano.
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FATTORIA ABBAZIA MONTE OLIVETO
s.a.r.l - e-mail: info@monteoliveto.it
Loc. Monte Oliveto, 15 - 53037 San Gimignano (SI) - Tel. 0577 907
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