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Fattoria storica con prodotti eccellente

10/15/16
Fattoria storica con prodotti eccellente
Source: google Eugenio Giacomelli

I terreni sembrano dei dipinti

10/3/16
I terreni sembrano dei dipinti
Source: google Massimo Grassi
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San Michele a Torri is a small village situated in the Val di Pesa hills, just southwest of the city of Florence. The village got its name from the medieval castle that was first mentioned in 1126. Today, only some traces of the castle remain. Most of the castle was destroyed in 1324 by Castruccio Castracani. Fattoria San Michele a Torri developed over the centuries from an ancient medieval villa Documentation referring to the structure exists from as far back as 1535 and it is certain that it was used as an important center of production in the 1800’s . Numerous interventions have reshaped the villa over the years, exemplified by the brick vaulted wine cellar, the 18th century chapel and the Neo-Gothic well , all beautifully restored in 1822 before being destroyed again during WWII. On July 30, 1944 the “Fattoria” was in the centre of “The battle of San Michele a Torri” since the city walls were the last standing defense before Florence. The New Zealand and German troops battled there for one week leaving dozens dead. Many historians believe that this battle was more intense and significant than the famous battle of Cassino. During this battle, most of the population of San Michele took refuge in the cellars below the Fattoria and 120 people are believed to have hidden in the barrels feeling they would be safer there. In memory of those who died from the New Zealand armed force, July 30th is celebrated as “San Michele day.” Recently the farm has been restored strictly respecting its original style and elegance.