Audrey and James, both of Korean heritage and with an international upbringing, were looking for a place that could combine elegance and intimacy. After visiting several Tuscan villas, they chose Tenuta del Gallo, in Amelia: Italian gardens, privacy and a tailored service the more touristy destinations couldn't offer. On 19 May 2025, with just 14 guests, they brought to life a celebration where Korea and Italy met.
A ceremony among the Italian gardens
The civil ceremony took place on the lawn of the formal garden, among geometric parterres and classical fountains, in a Renaissance setting. Audrey's father walked her to the altar through the hedges, towards a floral arch; James read his vows with a voice broken by emotion. James's mother led a traditional Korean blessing, adapted to the garden pavilion, with the family in hanbok among the manicured hedges.
Rituals that intertwine
Among the most precious moments, a Korean tea ceremony in the pavilion and the first look on the grand stone staircase. At golden hour, the cypress avenues and the parterres became the perfect backdrop for the portraits.
The reception on the terrace
Dinner, on the terrace overlooking the gardens, brought Korea and Italy together: reimagined Korean starters, mains with Umbrian ingredients and Korean techniques, local wines and desserts that wove the two cultures together. The intimate scale of just 14 guests made everything even more personal.
Why Tenuta del Gallo
A working vineyard, an authentic farmhouse and Italian gardens: Tenuta del Gallo is made for intimate celebrations (10–50 guests). You'll find it too in the guide to wedding venues in Umbria. May, with the garden at its peak and ideal temperatures, is one of the best times of year.
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Frequently asked questions
Where did Audrey and James's wedding take place?
At Tenuta del Gallo, in Amelia, Umbria: an estate with a vineyard and Italian gardens, ideal for intimate weddings.
Can you organise a multicultural wedding in Italy?
Absolutely. Korean rituals, a fusion menu and small groups blend beautifully into an Italian setting: all you need is a private venue and suppliers sensitive to both cultures. To get your bearings, read the guide to the wedding photographer in Italy.
Dreaming of an intimate, multicultural wedding in Umbria? Write to me or look at more stories in the portfolio.