Alessandra and Martino welcome you to Rignana Estate, their home, which they have opened to a small circle of guests to share their enduring love of art, cuisine, history, nature and Italy! Spend your days cultivating your creativity inside Rignana Estate’s Renaissance church, under vine pergola's, on expansive lawns and in ancient olive groves. Our world-renowned master teachers will guide you in their discipline, developing your skills and refining your artistry. Our workshops blend structured daily studio sessions with demonstrations and lectures. Outside of class, guests can relax by the pool, play tennis, hike through the surrounding countryside, explore nearby towns, or enjoy wine tastings at neighbouring vineyards. Evenings unfold slowly, with glasses of wine from Rignana’s own vineyards and home-cooked Tuscan meals prepared by Alessandra with fresh produce from the estate’s garden. Meals are included and shared together, fostering a warm sense of connection and community throughout the week. This is an intimate retreat where art, landscape, and community come together.

Accommodation Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner Daily Aperitivo Pizza making experience Infinity pool Tennis court Wifi Laundry facilities Use of a kitchen VAT tax

Transfers Wine Tours Treatments (Massage) - these can be requested  City tax (€2.50 per person per day to be paid in cash on arrival)

An 150-acre olive and wine estate in Chianti, Tuscany. Just 40 minutes from Florence, 50 minutes from Florence airport and 15 minutes from the charming towns of Greve and Panzano. By Air to Florence: Florence Airport (Peretola) is the closest airport to Rignana Estate By Air to Pisa: Alternatively, you can fly into Pisa International Airport. From Pisa, you can connect to Florence by bus, train, or taxi. By Car: Renting a car is the most convenient way to reach Rignana Estate. From Florence, the drive takes approximately 40 minutes. Alternatively, we can help arrange a taxi or minibus service for you.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner (minus one dinner as we recommend you go to Cantinetta di Rignana, a famous country restaurant a 10 minute walk away) Authentic Tuscan meals are prepared by Alessandra using organic ingredients from Rignana Estate’s garden and trusted local producers. Guests enjoy seasonal, farm-to-table dishes alongside organic wine, olive oil, fresh eggs, and honey produced on-site, all in the spirit of the Slow Food movement, where quality, tradition, and natural flavours come together.

Complete an application form and Philippa will send you an email to confirm your booking.

Family Suite Two people - €770 Extra person - €100 per person Superior bedroom with ensuite:  Single Occupancy - €413 Double Occupancy - €356 per person Bedroom with ensuite:  Single Occupancy - €370 Double Occupancy - €314 per person Bedroom with shared bathroom:  Single Occupancy - €328 Double Occupancy - €285 per person Prices are on a per night basis and include full board

Yes, given that you book in advance

1.    Deposit To confirm the booking a deposit of 500 EUR is required. The remaining balance is due 8-Weeks before the arrival date. 2.    Postponement Due to Extraordinary Circumstances In the event that a course must be postponed as a result of official restrictions arising from disease, terrorism, or armed conflict, the deposit may be transferred to a future course with the same tutor or, at the participant’s discretion, to a course with an alternative tutor. 3.    Participant Cancellation Charges If a participant cancels their booking, the following cancellation charges shall apply, calculated as a percentage of the total course price: 4 to 8 weeks prior to course commencement: 40% 2 to 4 weeks prior to course commencement: 60% 1 to 2 weeks prior to course commencement: 80% Less than 1 week prior to course commencement: 90% Once the course has commenced, 100% of the total course price is payable. 4.    Cancellation by the Tutor In the event that a course is cancelled by the tutor, all deposits and any other course payments made will be refunded in full. Alternatively, participants may choose to retain their accommodation and still stay at Rignana Estate without attending the course. Please note: Tutors set their own fees and payment terms, which are payable directly to them. We reserve the right to cancel any course at two months’ notice and, where possible, provide you with an alternative.

Yes, our workshops are suitable for all levels.

Yes, We encourage you to bring partners and family members. There are many activities for them during the workshop sessions. They can relax by the pool, play tennis, hike through the surrounding countryside, explore nearby towns, or enjoy wine tastings at neighbouring vineyards. One of the local highlights is the Badia a Passignano Monastery, located just 3 km away. It houses Ghirlandaio’s renowned Last Supper, and visits include a guided tour led by a resident monk.

Yes, we can cater for the above dietary requirements, let us know when you book.

An animal sanctuary, horses, 2 alpacas, a dog, turkeys, chickens and bunnies.

By car: Florence - 40 minutes Sienna - 50 minutes Greve in Chianti - 15 minutes Panzano in Chianti - 15 minutes Monteriggioni - 40 minutes San Gimignano - 45 minutes Volterra - 60 minutes