It was an advanced Siena stronghold (castrum) during the fight against Montepulciano. Later, in 1554, it was conquered by Florence and it was subject since then to the power of the Medici.
This location was a fortified stronghold (castrum) belonging to Siena during their conflict with Montepulciano. It later fell to Florence in 1554 and became part of the Medici's domain.