People
CEO
Simone Pallesi
Born in Rome and after graduating with honors in Economics from Sapienza University, Simone began his career as a financial analyst at the IMI (Istituto Mobiliare Italiano, today part of Banca Intesa), handling financial transactions and capital markets. He then spent almost a decade in London, working for BNP Paribas. Upon returning to Italy, he served as Head of Corporate Development at Ferragamo Group Holding and later founded Atlas Capital SIM, a company that handles investment management and hedge funds. In 2010, Simone joined Castiglion del Bosco as CEO, bringing a strategic vision based on respect for the region and the people. He has helped steer Castiglion del Bosco towards success, upholding the founding values even through the recent change in ownership.
Winemaker
Giuseppe Gorelli
In 2026, Castiglion del Bosco welcomed Giuseppe Gorelli as its new winemaker. Born and raised in Montalcino, Gorelli has dedicated his life to wine. At just 18 years old, he began working alongside Giulio Gambelli, one of the most renowned Sangiovese specialists in the history of Brunello di Montalcino. As a producer, however, he had already begun his path earlier. After his first experiences working with his father in the 1980s, in 1993 he co-founded Le Potazzine, now considered one of the leading names in Brunello di Montalcino appellation.
Giuseppe Gorelli is an experienced oenologist with a deep knowledge of the Montalcino territory and the world of Brunello. His career includes extensive winemaking experience and numerous consultancy roles. He represents an important chapter in the history of Castiglion del Bosco. His arrival reinforces the estate’s connection to the tradition and history of Montalcino. As a highly respected local winemaker with deep expertise in Sangiovese (a Sangiovesista), he brings the specific skills required to manage a complex vineyard with precision and respect for terroir.