The Niccolai family—especially Luano Niccolai, founder of Tenute Niccolai and the heart of the Palagetto Agricultural Company—has deep roots in San Gimignano. From the first vineyards in Santa Chiara, where the winery still stands today, the estate has steadily expanded to over 60 hectares, primarily cultivated with vines and olive trees.

San Gimignano is home to a wine that breaks Tuscany’s stereotype as a land of only red wines: Vernaccia di San Gimignano, the elegant “white lady” among noble reds. This historic grape variety, which lends its name to the local DOCG, has been documented since the 13th century and is famously the only wine mentioned by Dante in the Divine Comedy. Savory, mineral, fresh, and long-lived, Vernaccia perfectly embodies the character of the people and the land it comes from.

Alongside this iconic white wine, Palagetto offers an extensive selection of labels—each one the result of the family’s creativity and the expertise of the distinguished collaborators who have supported the estate over the years.

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Fabian Hoger (Büroplanung Stuttgart)
October 10, 2018
A real insider tip for all lovers of good wine and good food. Plenty of time is taken during the wine tasting. The price-performance ratio is excellent, and the vineyards surrounding the property are well worth a visit. We'll be back.
michèle bélanger
September 29, 2023
A very pleasant experience and excellent service. The tasting offered a wonderful array of flavors! Thank you for accommodating us after the rush of a tour bus!
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Location

Location Località Santa Chiara 11, 53037 San Gimignano Siena, Italy

Region

San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Accommodation
Pets Allowed
Parking
Bus Parking

Visiting Hours

Monday - Sunday
10:00 - 18:00

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine
Sweet Wine

Grape varieties

Vernaccia di San Gimignano
Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay
Viognier
Incrocio Manzoni
Vermentino
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Sangiovese
Syrah
Petit Verdot

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Christine F.
Reviewed on September 16, 2025

We received a friendly welcome and opted for the cheapest tasting at €20 per person. We had to wait a little while, but the staff apologized several times. We tasted a total of four wines, accompanied by some cheese, bread, and spread. Everything was explained. The only thing that really bothered me was having to pay for the wine tasting even after making a purchase (over €200!). At that price, one could perhaps overlook the limited samples and the "small platter." I just find it unnecessary.

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Jacqueline Auinger
Reviewed on August 9, 2025

It's absolutely worth stopping by for a wine tasting. Very friendly staff and fantastic wines.

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Magdalena Zapasek
Reviewed on July 21, 2025

We went to a wine tasting. The lady was very kind and professional. She told us about each wine, which allowed us to delve deeper into the topic of Tuscan wines. Definitely worth a visit, with very reasonable prices.

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Matteo Valentino
Reviewed on May 31, 2025

A wonderful experience, interesting and full of information about how wine is made. Our "guide," Fiamma, was kind, friendly, and clear in her explanations. Excellent wine. Highly recommended.

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Sofia Joly
Reviewed on November 10, 2024

We had a wine tasting with a light brunch that included bruschetta, cheeses, salami, and ham. We loved it! The wines were delicious, the olive oil was incredible 💚, and Chiara's service was outstanding; she even spoke Spanish. She was fantastic!!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palagetto Winery

Where is Palagetto Winery located?

Palagetto Winery is located in San Gimignano, Italy

What type of wines does Palagetto Winery produce?

Palagetto Winery produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Palagetto Winery?

At Palagetto Winery, they cultivate Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier, Incrocio Manzoni, Vermentino, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Syrah, Petit Verdot.

What languages do they speak at the Palagetto Winery?

At Palagetto Winery they speak English, Spanish, Italian.

Do they produce organic wines at Palagetto Winery?

No, Palagetto Winery is not an organic wine producer.