Organic winery and estate for sale in Montescudaio

Organic winery and estate for sale in Montescudaio, Pisa. 23.5-hectare property with active vineyards, olive grove, 150 sqm winery, saltwater pool, and renovated stone farmhouse split into 4 apartments. General Description In a wonderful hillside position gently sloping down toward the Tyrrhenian coast, in the heart of the renowned Montescudaio territory, we offer for sale this prestigious organic wine and olive estate with an established agritourism business. The property spans a total area of 23.5 hectares and includes a charming 19th-century stone farmhouse, recently renovated with absolute respect for Tuscan architectural tradition, alongside a panoramic saltwater pool and a modern, fully equipped wine cellar. This estate represents a superb opportunity for those wishing to combine charming rural hospitality with high-quality certified organic wine and olive oil production. Interior Description The historic stone farmhouse, dating back to the 19th century, spans approximately 300 sqm of living space distributed across 15 rooms. The house has been carefully divided into four independent apartments of various sizes, enriched by typical Tuscan materials and elegantly chosen furniture. Currently, three apartments are dedicated to summer holiday rentals, while the fourth serves as the owners' private residence. The fully equipped wine cellar of approximately 150 sqm includes a vinification area with stainless steel tanks, modern winemaking equipment, and an underground cellar ideal for aging and maturing the wines. Additionally, the estate features a welcoming public tasting room and retail shop located in the historic center of a nearby village, providing an excellent storefront for customers. Exterior Description The estate is surrounded by approximately 2 hectares of landscaped gardens and beautiful olive groves that enclose the stunning saltwater swimming pool. Positioned to offer panoramic views over the private vineyards and the rolling surrounding hills, the pool area serves as an ideal relaxation spot. Out of the total 23.5 hectares, 8.5 hectares are dedicated to organic vineyards (cultivating Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and one hectare of white grapes), 7 hectares feature a productive organic olive grove with around 1100 trees average age over 30 years, and the remaining 6 hectares consist of fertile land, part of which can be used to expand the vineyards. Caratteristiche principali: Superficie casale: circa 300 mq Superficie terreno: circa 23,5 ettari Superficie cantina: circa 150 mq Vani: 15 Camere da letto: 8 Bagni: 8 Vigneti biologici: 8,5 ettari (Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon) Oliveto biologico: 7 ettari (circa 1100 piante con età media > 30 anni) Piscina: sì (acqua salata con vista panoramica) Impianto fotovoltaico: sì (a servizio della cantina) Locale degustazione esterno: sì (in centro storico limitrofo) Condizioni: ottime Classe energetica: G Utilities Details The property features fully independent utilities. Heating is autonomous for each apartment, allowing customized and optimal temperature control. For energy efficiency, the winery and production facilities are powered by a newly installed private photovoltaic solar system, which significantly reduces the environmental impact and energy production costs. The water supply is connected to the municipal network, supplemented by private wells ideal for the automated irrigation of the gardens and the agricultural crops. Potential Uses This extraordinary estate offers outstanding versatility. It operates as a fully functional organic agricultural concern producing over 50,000 bottles of award-winning wine annually (including one white, one rosé, and three reds) and between 2,000 and 3,000 liters of organic extra virgin olive oil. The hospitality business is highly successful, boasting a loyal international client base that secures year-on-year bookings. The retail and tasting room in the neighboring village offers an excellent direct sales channel. This property is ideal for those seeking to run a high-end agricultural and hospitality business or looking for a majestic private estate in the heart of wine-producing Tuscany. Local Real Estate Market Montescudaio, listed among the most beautiful villages in Italy, boasts a stable real estate market with strong interest from foreign buyers, especially for active wine and agricultural estates. Comparative statistical analysis indicates that average sales prices for finely renovated panoramic stone farmhouses range between €2,000/sqm and €2,600/sqm. However, when the residential building is part of an active organic winery with certified vineyards in full production, a fully equipped cellar, and solar installations, the overall valuation of the agricultural and commercial asset places the estate's market value between €2,500,000 and €3,800,000, depending on brand reputation, active client portfolio, and annual production volumes. The rarity of certified organic estates so close to the sea ensures excellent long-term capital preservation. Tourist and Historical Information Montescudaio stands in a spectacular hillside position overlooking the Cecina Valley, offering views that stretch to the sea and the islands of the Tuscan archipelago. The name originates from the Latin "Mons Scutorum" (Hill of Shields), reflecting the strategic military role the town played over the centuries, ruled by the Pisan Republic and later by the Florentine Ridolfi Marquises. The historic center, enclosed by ancient medieval walls, preserves the castle's original layout, marked by the Civic Tower at the entrance of the oldest core. Wandering through the stone alleys reveals elegant palaces such as Palazzo Guerrini, now the town hall, Palazzo Ridolfi, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Guardiola watchtower. Montescudaio is globally renowned for its outstanding wine tradition, protected by the Montescudaio DOC established in 1977, celebrated every October in the historic wine festival, and for its traditional unsalted wood-fired bread, which places the town in the prestigious "Città del Pane" (Cities of Bread) network. Distances: Centro storico di Montescudaio: 1.5 km Spiagge della Costa degli Etruschi (Cecina): 12 km Marina di Cecina: 14 km Bolgheri: 18 km Volterra: 32 km San Gimignano: 50 km Pisa (Aeroporto Internazionale Galileo Galilei): 55 km (circa 50 minuti) Livorno (Porto commerciale): 45 km Siena: 80 km Firenze: 105 km