Long before the name Paoletti adorned the headstocks of exquisite guitars, it echoed through the verdant hills of Tuscany. The story begins over 200 years ago, with the Paoletti family crafting barrels for the region’s famed Chianti wine. These barrels, lovingly hewn from ancient chestnut trees, bore the character of their land – rich, textured, and timeless. For decades, these casks infused their wine with a soulful essence, until time itself retired them from their duty.

Enter Fabrizio Paoletti, a man with hands as skilled in the art of music as they were in woodworking. For Fabrizio, these chestnut barrels were not merely relics but vessels of history, imbued with the spirit of artisanship and the songs of centuries past. He saw in their weathered planks the perfect canvas for something new – a reinvention, a celebration.

With a luthier’s precision and an artist’s heart, Fabrizio began transforming these barrels into guitars. Every instrument became a bridge between the past and present, its chestnut body whispering stories of Tuscan vineyards, golden sunsets, and the laughter of generations. Paoletti Guitars were not just tools for musicians; they were living, breathing works of art, each piece unique, each note resonating with history.

As their reputation spread, these guitars found their way into the hands of legendary musicians, cherished for their distinct tone, stunning craftsmanship, and the soul that could only come from centuries-old wood. In every Paoletti guitar lies the spirit of Tuscany, a tribute to heritage, and a promise of timeless beauty.

With only 500 made a year, these guitars blend Italian craftsmanship with innovative design, offering sound and style like nothing else. If you want heritage and tone, Paoletti delivers.