EVERYDAY AT DELBRENNA IN CORTONA
La storia di Cortona inizia oltre 2000 anni fa. Adagiata su una ridente collina, Cortona si affaccia sulla vallata regalando una vista mozzafiato della Valdichiana. Le origini della città si perdono nel tempo: una volta importante centro Etrusco, oggi Cortona gode di grande fama internazionale grazie al romanzo, e poi anche film, Under The Tuscan Sun di Frances Mayes.
DelBrenna has two charming locations in Cortona. The delightful boutique under the Tuscan stairs! But also, the magical historic 'DelBrenna Showroom' (an ancient olive oil mill & wine cellar) located just across the square. Don't miss these lovely local DelBrenna shops committed to reinventing jewelry in a form that spreads joy & happiness. "I think I went to Italy initially for the art, architecture, food, and history, but I stayed there because of the people in Cortona." ~Frances Mayes
EVERYDAY AT DELBRENNA IN CORTONA
Cortona's history began more than 3,000 years ago. Inlaid on a Tuscan hillside, Cortona bestows breathtaking views of the Chiana valley below. It is an ancient town, steeped in Etruscan history, recently made famous by Frances Mayes' book and movie, Under the Tuscan Sun.
DelBrenna has two charming locations in Cortona. The delightful boutique under the Tuscan stairs! But also, the magical historic 'DelBrenna Showroom' (an ancient olive oil mill & wine cellar) located just across the square. Don't miss these lovely local DelBrenna shops committed to reinventing jewelry in a form that spreads joy & happiness. "I think I went to Italy initially for the art, architecture, food, and history, but I stayed there because of the people in Cortona." ~Frances Mayes
SHOP AT DELBRENNA'S TINY AND MOST HISTORIC LOCATION
The Italian proverb 'botte piccola fa buon vino' literally translates as 'the small barrel preserves the best wine. ' It pretty much means the same as 'the best things come in small packages'. Our "bottega" location is where the people of the piazza meet DelBrenna. It’s not unusual to see people coming to DelBrenna to share, connect and rejoice. We’re a memory-maker, and a neighborhood gathering place, both essential parts of a rich life.
SHOP AT DELBRENNA'S TINY AND MOST HISTORIC LOCATION
The Italian proverb 'botte piccola fa buon vino' literally translates as 'the small barrel preserves the best wine. ' It pretty much means the same as 'the best things come in small packages'. Our "bottega" location is where the people of the piazza meet DelBrenna. It’s not unusual to see people coming to DelBrenna to share, connect and rejoice. We’re a memory-maker, and a neighborhood gathering place, both essential parts of a rich life.
VISIT & SHOP THE FAMILY JEWELRY MUSEUM
Located in Cortona's underground, away from the hustle and bustle of the main piazza is a jewelry atelier built to imbue elegance & charm, history, and relaxation. Most recently featured on the PBS Special "Dream of Italy" with Kathy McCabe & Frances Mayes. You, too, can step back in time and wander through our DelBrenna Showroom. Enjoy a glass of Prosecco with gold & silver flakes while being guided through the ancient olive mill & wine cellar. Absorb a bit of DelBrenna's Tuscan charm - styled by our team, dressed in DelBrenna jewels, listen to stories, and indulge in you. Take some beautiful memories with you from this special place.
VISIT & SHOP THE FAMILY JEWELRY MUSEUM
Located in Cortona's underground, away from the hustle and bustle of the main piazza is a jewelry atelier built to imbue elegance & charm, history, and relaxation. Most recently featured on the PBS Special "Dream of Italy" with Kathy McCabe & Frances Mayes. You, too, can step back in time and wander through our DelBrenna Showroom. Enjoy a glass of Prosecco with gold & silver flakes while being guided through the ancient olive mill & wine cellar. Absorb a bit of DelBrenna's Tuscan charm - styled by our team, dressed in DelBrenna jewels, listen to stories, and indulge in you. Take some beautiful memories with you from this special place.
TAKE THE SHOWROOM & STUDIO TOUR
What makes our job so unique and peculiar? The opportunity to share it with you. By wearing our works, you connect with our driving force, up close. Our enthusiasm, our desire to create - go hand in hand with your curiosity. These family and human relationships complete a significant part of our everyday lives. Come and find out who we are… When taking the Showroom & Studio tour, you will see not only gorgeous jewelry and shoes but the environment itself is magical as well. So incredible we have designed a tour for you. A bit of Cortona's history, historical legends about the palace we work in and a peek behind the curtain at our jeweler's bench and studio. Please make reservations if you are a group of six or more people.
EXPERIENCE A JEWELRY TASTING
A signature DelBrenna treat like wine tasting, but with jewels. Most recently featured on the PBS Special "Dream of Italy" with Kathy McCabe & Frances Mayes. In 2006 we introduced DelBrenna Jewelry Tasting. Now a classic, through this wonderfully indulgent immersion into the world of DelBrenna, our patrons don't simply try on our beautifully handmade jewelry. Rather, like a barrel room wine tasting, clients savor artisanal pieces from timeless collections in our historical Showroom. You, too, can enjoy a glass of Prosecco with gold and silver flakes while being personally styled by our team in DelBrenna Jewels. Whether just for fun, or a special occasion, wear our jewelry out to dinner on loan - an actual red carpet experience! For advance booking and more information, contact us!
TAKE THE SHOWROOM & STUDIO TOUR
What makes our job so unique and peculiar? The opportunity to share it with you. By wearing our works, you connect with our driving force, up close. Our enthusiasm, our desire to create - go hand in hand with your curiosity. These family and human relationships complete a significant part of our everyday lives. Come and find out who we are… When taking the Showroom & Studio tour, you will see not only gorgeous jewelry and shoes but the environment itself is magical as well. So incredible we have designed a tour for you. A bit of Cortona's history, historical legends about the palace we work in and a peek behind the curtain at our jeweler's bench and studio. Please make reservations if you are a group of six or more people.
EXPERIENCE A JEWELRY TASTING
A signature DelBrenna treat like wine tasting, but with jewels. Most recently featured on the PBS Special "Dream of Italy" with Kathy McCabe & Frances Mayes. In 2006 we introduced DelBrenna Jewelry Tasting. Now a classic, through this wonderfully indulgent immersion into the world of DelBrenna, our patrons don't simply try on our beautifully handmade jewelry. Rather, like a barrel room wine tasting, clients savor artisanal pieces from timeless collections in our historical Showroom. You, too, can enjoy a glass of Prosecco with gold and silver flakes while being personally styled by our team in DelBrenna Jewels. Whether just for fun, or a special occasion, wear our jewelry out to dinner on loan - an actual red carpet experience! For advance booking and more information, contact us!
RESERVATIONS
Whether you are a guide, a tour agent, or a private visitor, we have designed a world of experiences to enjoy DelBrenna's art and history. Reservations are welcome for guides, agencies, tour operators, and/or a large group of friends. Private Wine Dine Shine Dinners, Jewelry Tastings & Tours are available with advance booking.
For information and bookings:
RESERVATIONS
Whether you are a guide, a tour agent, or a private visitor, we have designed a world of experiences to enjoy DelBrenna's art and history. Reservations are welcome for guides, agencies, tour operators, and/or a large group of friends. Private Wine Dine Shine Dinners, Jewelry Tastings & Tours are available with advance booking.
For information and bookings:
