Masseria Grieco wedding in Ostuni, Puglia
Planning a destination wedding in Puglia? This Masseria Grieco wedding had everything international couples dream of when they picture Italy: two days of celebration among centuries-old olive trees, whitewashed stone and trulli, filled with elegance, emotion and golden southern light. Jennings and William travelled from the United States with their closest family and friends to say “I do” in the countryside of Ostuni — and every moment of it deserved to be told on film.
The venue: trulli, stone arches and olive groves
Masseria Grieco is a beautifully restored historic masseria in the countryside of Ostuni, in the heart of the Itria Valley. Whitewashed stone, ancient arches, a small chapel and the iconic cone-shaped trulli create a setting that feels authentically Apulian and effortlessly elegant. With guests staying on site, the venue is perfect for a full wedding weekend: Jennings, William and part of their wedding party got ready right at the masseria, surrounded by olive trees and the unmistakable light of Puglia.
A two-day celebration under the Puglian sky
The celebration opened with a relaxed welcome party of pizza and cocktails, giving guests the time to settle into the rhythm of Puglia. The next day, Jennings and William exchanged vows in an open-air ceremony beneath a centuries-old tree dressed with flowers, surrounded by their closest family and friends. An aperitivo with a live band followed, then a candlelit dinner at one long table beneath the trulli, the cake cutting and dancing under the stars — with a vintage Alfa Romeo Spider carrying the newlyweds through the olive groves at golden hour.
Why choose a Masseria Grieco wedding
If you’re dreaming of an Italian wedding immersed in culture and beauty, a Masseria Grieco wedding delivers both elegance and heartfelt local character. The venue is easily accessible from Brindisi and Bari airports — ideal for international guests — and hosts the entire weekend in one place, from the welcome party to the ceremony in the olive grove and the reception beneath the trulli. From a filmmaker’s perspective, it is a perfect canvas for visual storytelling: the contrast between whitewashed stone and deep green olive trees creates dynamic compositions, while the southern light fills every scene with warmth and authenticity. This celebration was impeccably planned by Tara Skinner Weddings & Events, with photography by EMES — and every detail, from the florals by August to the live band, added depth and emotion to the final film.
Curious to see what a real wedding in Italy looks like? Take a look at some of the beautiful love stories I’ve had the honor to film across Ravello, Puglia, Tuscany and more in the Real Weddings section.
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