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I manage a 20-hectare organic and biodynamic winery in the rolling hills of Chianti Classico, just 15 km south of Florence. My focus is on sustainable farming, growing grapes, and crafting wines that truly reflect our land. I live on one of the two vineyards I own and oversee, accompanied by Greta, my friendly schnauzer.
My sons often visit and contribute to the winery’s operations. Our home includes a separate yet connected guesthouse with its own kitchen and bathroom.
As a team, we are committed to clean agriculture, preserving the authenticity of our terroir. Our winemaking relies on indigenous yeasts and the natural integrity of the grapes. Caring for the garden and vegetable patch is an integral part of our daily life.
Depending on the season, guests may help with household maintenance, work in the vegetable garden, participate in tastings, and assist with general housekeeping. Meals vary based on work schedules, group size, and preferences. Our diet is largely flour-based—I bake fresh bread twice a week, and pasta is a staple. Unfortunately, due to the high risk of contamination, we’re unable to accommodate gluten-free diets.
In the coming months, the primary help needed will be housekeeping and garden maintenance.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
House sitting
Interests
DIY & crafts
Culture
Self development
Plant care
Music
History
Books
Cooking & food
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I'm the proud owner of a biodynamic farm that offers guests an immersive experience. From learning about farming and gardening to pitching in with house repairs and maintenance, there's always something new to discover. But that's just the beginning—we also dive into the art of baking bread, creating fresh pasta, and exploring the fascinating world of fermenting vegetables.
My background? I grew up in North Africa, where my family tended vineyards in Tunisia and olive trees in Libya. After studying Economics in Florence, I went to Berklee College of Music in Boston where I pursued a degree in musical composition at Berklee College of Music. Then for ten years, I lived in NYC, playing music and selling wine part-time.
In 1999, I came back to Tuscany, where I started making wine and selling it worldwide. I speak Italian, French, English, and understand Spanish pretty well. I'm excited to share all these experiences with guests on the farm!Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
I am currently looking for support in housekeeping (cleaning, dusting, ironing, etc.) and maintaining our garden and vegetable patch. There may be occasional DIY projects, building work, and field duties. I value individuals who bring some prior experience, a willingness to learn, and a positive, can-do attitude.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation is either near the owner’s home or within the same house, depending on the number of guests and ongoing tasks. Shared meals occasionally take place, depending on everyone’s schedule. Each guest has a private room and access to a bathroom, along with basic amenities such as burners, an oven, and a refrigerator.
Please note that meals here are often centered around flour-based dishes. I bake fresh bread twice a week and frequently cook pasta. From my experience, accommodating gluten-free diets poses significant challenges due to potential cross contamination. As such, we regretfully cannot host individuals sensitive to gluten.
What else ...
Tuscany offers countless treasures, from breathtaking landscapes to a rich cultural heritage. The farm is located in the Chianti Classico area, south of Florence—an art-filled city just 40 minutes away by bus. Siena is 50 minutes away, and Lucca about an hour. While bus travel is possible, it’s not very convenient: the nearest stop is a 30-minute walk from the farm and has a limited schedule. For greater freedom and flexibility, having your own transportation is highly recommended.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
It depends, but as a general rule, we prefer that volunteers do not bring dogs. Interactions between dogs can sometimes be demanding to manage, and dogs in pairs tend to run off. Additionally, there are cats living on the property, and their well-being is a priority. Thank you for understanding.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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One of their major projects was repainting the entire apartment, which was quite challenging. They did an incredibly… read more
Silvio is a very nice man who has been through a lot in his life and can give out one piece of advice after another. He is friendly, likes his peace of mind,… read more
He is a very welcoming and warm hearted man, a great host. Though it was a busy time for him, Silvio always found time to enjoy the evening hours with his guests, sharing dinner and having great conversations on his teracce. I was able to learn a lot about culture in Tuscany,… read more
He is a wonderful host and a beautiful human- very kind, generous, inclusive, charismatic, witty and jovial - always greets you with a warm smile!
I highly recommend Silvio as a host because of his… read more
She has proved to be a very pleasant person, a quick learner and a very efficient and precise worker when given indications on what to do and how to do it. She is Independent but she quickly blended in and enjoyed the presence of other people from different countries. I would certainly… read more
Once instructed he can be very efficient and he is certainly not afraid of work. At times maybe a little bit absent minded but immediately ready to make up for what was left behind. He is also a sensitive person who respects the… read more
Willing to help in… read more
I was gone for 2 days and she was left by herself taking care of… read more
My main tasks were basic daily house chores, keeping the house in order, helping with wine degustations, cooking, etc.… read more
She quickly blended in, founding her own space with independence.
Her help around the house was very valuable as well as in the chicken shed and let’s not forget some very interesting… read more
I personally helped around the house, improving the chicken shed and some other general tasks. The house where volunteers stay… read more
