For Samantha and Tyler, the goal was not simply a wedding day, but an unforgettable Italian holiday shared with their closest friends and family. Their multi-day celebration began with this spectacular welcome dinner, a pre-wedding event hosted at the magnificent Castello di Vicarello in the heart of Tuscany’s wild Maremma region. They envisioned an evening that felt effortlessly chic and deeply personal; a relaxed garden soirée where every guest felt the warmth of their welcome from the very first moment.
As their planners, we embraced this vision entirely. Our focus was on creating a seamless flow that moved guests through the castle’s stunning spaces, allowing the historic beauty and rolling landscapes to become an integral part of the experience. It was about translating their love story into a tangible atmosphere of rustic elegance, lively music, and incredible food, setting the perfect tone for the weekend ahead.
- Couple: Samantha and Tyler
- Season: Late Summer
- Style: Elegant, rustic, chic.
- Planner: The Extraordinaire (Sabrina Carbone)
Wedding Highlights:
- Live jazz music and sunset cocktails in the castle’s historic courtyard.
- A spectacular al fresco dinner on the main lawn, featuring a live-cooking barbecue buffet.
- Roving acoustic musicians who serenaded guests at their tables throughout the meal.
Sunset Cocktails in the Courtyard
The evening began as the late summer sun started its descent over the Maremma hills. Guests were welcomed into the ancient stone courtyard of Castello di Vicarello, where the cool, energetic notes of a live jazz trio filled the air. This was the perfect introduction to a luxury wedding Tuscany experience: sophisticated yet entirely relaxed.
As guests sipped on fine Italian wine and handcrafted cocktails, they were free to explore. Many were drawn to the upper terraces, which offer breathtaking, panoramic views of the Tuscan landscape. As Sabrina often notes, the guest journey is paramount. We designed this initial part of the evening to be fluid, encouraging discovery and conversation while the sky turned from gold to deep indigo.
An Al Fresco Tuscan Feast
From the courtyard, guests were guided to the main lawn, where a breathtaking dinner setting awaited them. We created a long, rustic tablescape that felt both grand and intimate, set under a canopy of twinkling lights. The design was the epitome of rustic chic, with natural linens, abundant white and green florals, and flickering candlelight that created a magical glow.
The highlight of the meal was a live-cooking barbecue buffet, where chefs prepared delicious local specialties over open flames. This interactive element added a wonderful, informal energy to the al fresco welcome dinner in Tuscany, making the dining experience feel like a true garden party. As dinner unfolded, the jazz musicians transitioned to an acoustic set, weaving between the tables to create personal, enchanting moments for everyone.
Dancing Under the Stars
After a leisurely dinner filled with laughter and conversation, the energy shifted once more. We invited everyone back to the main courtyard, which had been transformed into an elegant open-air lounge and dance floor. The musicians kicked up the tempo, and the rest of the evening was dedicated to music, cocktails, and dancing under the vast Tuscan sky.
This seamless transition ensured the party’s momentum never faltered. For us, invisible execution is key. Guests simply experience one perfect moment flowing into the next, never seeing the complex logistics that make it all possible. It was the perfect, high-energy conclusion to an evening of relaxed elegance and the ideal beginning to Samantha and Tyler’s Tuscan castle wedding celebration.
Your Extraordinary Celebration
Samantha and Tyler’s beautiful evening showcases just one of the incredible possibilities at this estate. To learn more, we invite you to explore our complete guide to weddings at Castello di Vicarello.
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