Members of the Travel Plans International staff stayed at Palazzo Brandano and ate at the restaurant. We and the clients who have stayed here agree that the restaurant and hotel constitute ultimate luxury in the Tuscan countryside at a reasonable price. Palazzo Brandanos' description of their property, as follows, is understated but otherwise accurate: "In the tiny medieval village of Petroio amidst Val d' Orcia's (Southern Tuscany) soft green hills and valleys, the selective traveler finds a rare jewel: Palazzo Brandano, the Tuscan Retreat. Palazzo Brandano comprises beautiful suites, spacious rooms and the restaurant “Il Brandano” with its spectacular panorama terrace serving traditional Tuscan cuisine with a modern twist.The wide selection of international and local wines include the world famous Tuscans from Montepulciano (Nobile di Montepulciano) and Montalcino (Brunello)".