A Place Steeped in History
Originally a 13th-century fortress, the main farmhouse was destroyed by fire during a siege in the late 14th century — which is where its name comes from: Casa Bruciata, or “burnt house.” It was rebuilt in the 15th century, together with the nearby hamlet, and has recently been restored with great care, preserving its original architecture and returning the property to its ancient charm.
The Valley of Stories
The Nese Valley, which our estate overlooks, has been inhabited since prehistoric times. On the slopes of Mount Acuto, archaeologists discovered small bronze statues (only 4–6 cm tall) belonging to the Villanovian people, dating back to the 8th century BC. The Etruscans later settled in the valley between the 4th and 1st centuries BC, leaving behind tomb chambers like that of Sagraia, and the ruins of a fortified village on top of Mount Murlo.
During the Middle Ages, the crossroads near Casa Bruciata connected the Grand Duchy of Tuscany with the Papal States — making this land not just scenic, but deeply woven into Italy’s historical fabric.
