For the wealthy, the historical location of choice is the birthplace of Italian Renaissance, Tuscany, in particular the ‘Golden Triangle’ around Siena, Florence and Volterra. Some of the most expensive real estate in Italy is here.
Neighbouring Umbria has medieval hill top towns, like Tuscany, olive groves, dense forests & hills. It is one of the top culinary regions too, known in particular for black truffle, chocolate and wine.
The Southern region of Puglia is gaining more interest too, not only for its delicious wine.