More home than hotel, the relais Vineyards of Fagnano It is one of those places where the different inspirations that animate it chase each other and intertwine with each other. The first is the homage to Caesar Paveseborn in the same town as St. Stephen Belboin the province of Cuneo, where the estate is also located. The others can be traced back to their ownership of a territory rich in history such as the Langhe and Monferrato and in the loving desire of preserve an authentic natural environment intimately linked to local traditions and the slow pace of rural life.
This is the context in which Carlo e Manilaafter a long experience in management and international consulting, decided to realize their idea of hospitality, a relais where elegance and refinement are expressed in the name of authenticity and respect for the spirit of this land. “Living here is a privilege. Sharing it with guests is our pleasure and our mission”, comment the owners.
The charm of time
Despite having all the services of a hotel, Vigne di Fagnano maintains the appearance of a private residence whose history can still be felt. The estate, in fact, has long belonged to the family Anfossi RavonePiedmontese nobles already present in 1100 in Santo Stefano Belbo with an abbot Anfossi. Later, thanks to the Swiss citizenship of the subsequent owners, in 1943 the Swiss government recognized the status of “special protection”, thus protecting it from the tragic events that occurred in these hills during the partisan resistance.
The complex includes, in addition to the 6 suiteAlso courtyard, lecture, pool, cellars, sale e living rooms that offer recreational and event spaces. Each room is different, no furniture element is standardized. The early 19th century furniture they alternate with contemporary design pieces and black and white photographic paintings. The ancient paintings are a joy for the eyes and the heart. cement tilesi frescoed ceilingsthe dyeing with natural pigments that cover every room with ancient and different colors. In Vigne Fagnano aesthetic codes typically of Langa find new forms to fascinate.
In the constellation of Pavesean places
Carlo and Manila wanted to pay their tribute to Caesar Pavese telling it through some details: each room is named after a novel by the writer and hosts a bedroom library. The names of the suites and the selected quotes that decorate the walls were handwritten by the calligrapher Max Polellobased in Turin. Suggestions that transform the stay in the relais into an emotional and literary journey, to discover one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century literature.
Safeguarding the environment and traditions
Vigne di Fagnano is located 800 meters from the center of Santo Stefano Belbo, on a hill, with a view of the surrounding vineyards and woods. In order not to impact such a rich natural context, Carlo and Manila have chosen to practice as sustainable a conduct as possible. Starting from the energy needs, solved mainly with photovoltaic panelsand water, satisfied thanks to a system of rainwater recovery.
From the point of view of food sustenance, vegetable garden and chickens provide for most of the needs, while for the rest the two owners have selected a shortlist of local producers with which they share the same ethical philosophy. Breakfast includes products prepared at home on the spot, to minimize waste, while the water is microfiltered to avoid transportation and glass waste. Plastic bannedin the estate natural materials are used such as paper, wood, glass, often recycled. Finally, there is no air conditioning (the rooms are cool due to natural insulation) or televisions. Guests are invited to take advantage of the slow time and the activities available within the Estate, such as the yoga room and the library. For digital diehards, fear not: there is still the wi-fi in every room and in the courtyard.
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