Il Borro, situated amidst the meandering and green Tuscan hills is commonly referred to as a medieval village. In point of fact, it already existed in the XII century and originated as a castle. Given its fortified position, throughout the centuries it gained remarkable strategic, economic and political importance. It was a disputed area between the most important and prestigious families. In the mid 1950s the entire estate covering approximately 1000 hectares, together with the hamlet, became the property of Duke Amedeo di Savoia-Aosta.