The Team

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The Castello Dal Pozzo Team

Tradition, passion, and professionalism — the people who make our hospitality unique.

Although Castello Dal Pozzo is family-owned, its management follows a modern corporate approach: highly qualified professionals combine their expertise with the family’s vision to give the property the character and personality it needs to grow and excel in its category.

Today the estate belongs to the three Dal Pozzo brothers — Oberto, Vittorio, and Cassiano — while daily operations are led by Aimone Dal Pozzo, son of Cassiano, assisted by his sister Guendalina Dal Pozzo, Sales & International Marketing Manager.

Dal Pozzo family

Cassiano Dal Pozzo

Chairman

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: 304 in the Palazzo — the heart of the building, refined, welcoming, luxurious.
Favourite dish: L’Uovo di Ottone — simple good taste handed down over ten centuries.
Favourite season: Autumn, with its crystalline air and palette of soft yet contrasting colours.
Favourite moment of the day: Aperitif beneath the centuries-old plane trees at the Dan Garden Lounge, a prelude to a magnificent dinner at Le Fief.
Fondest memory: Witnessing the renaissance of the entire Dal Pozzo estate — the Castle, Palazzo, and Stables.

Nicki Dal Pozzo d’Annone

Honorary Vice President

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Queen Superior Barbara in the Castle.
Favourite dish: Foie-gras duo — terrine with Passito di Pantelleria and pan-seared escalope with rosemary.
Favourite season: Spring, heralded by the first snowdrops.
Favourite moment of the day: Aperitif on the Lounge Bar Terrace or at the Dan Garden Lounge.
Fondest memory: When my son Aimone won “Best Young Hotelier” in 2010.

Aimone Dal Pozzo d’Annone

Chief Executive Officer

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: 404 in the Palazzo — a room with a view.
Favourite dish: Spaghetti Cavalier Cocco with sautéed lobster, julienned courgettes, and grated lime zest.
Favourite season: Spring, when everything bursts into colour.
Favourite moment of the day: The light and tranquillity of sunset.
Fondest memory: Each year, when we reopen for the season and Castello Dal Pozzo comes alive again.

Guendalina Dal Pozzo d’Annone

Sales & International Marketing Manager

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Naturally, the Guendalina Suite — my childhood room, with its cosy mezzanine and incredible lake view.
Favourite dish: The Beef at Dan Garden Lounge — simply mouth-watering.
Favourite season: Autumn, bathing everything in a golden, elegant light.
Favourite moment of the day: Watching dawn break over the lake, coffee in hand, imagining the day ahead.
Fondest memory: Every major milestone in my life happened at Castello Dal Pozzo — and seeing the same joy in our guests’ eyes makes me proud.

Hospitality & guest services

Giovanni Malcotti

Business Development Manager

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite rooms: The Deluxe Rooms in the Palazzo, with their refined and welcoming style.
Favourite dish: Beef fillet with mushrooms — exceptional ingredients and simplicity come together in an incredibly flavoursome dish.
Favourite season: Spring, when everything comes back to life and a new season begins.
Favourite moment of the day: Every moment of the day offers something delightful to enjoy.
Fondest memory: When we began to see the first results of the entire team’s hard work.

Mary Trimarchi

Front Office Manager

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: 305 in the Palazzo — for its spacious layout and colours.
Favourite dish: Tortino Don Cassiano — a delicious classic.
Favourite season: September, rich with weddings and events.
Favourite moment: Early morning peace and quiet.
Fondest memory: Shared moments with the whole team.

Angela Campodonico

Administration Manager

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Suite 1602 in the Stables.
Favourite dish: Foie-gras duo — terrine with Passito di Pantelleria and pan-seared escalope with rosemary.
Favourite season: Spring.
Favourite moment: Dawn, for the colours of sky and earth.
Fondest memory: Touring the Castle with Aldo from Reception.
With us since: 2013

Lorena Brandalese

Executive Housekeeper

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: 1601 — for its coffered ceiling and vibrant colours.
Favourite dish: Carnaroli risotto with extra-virgin olive oil, scallops, and citrus-marinated langoustines.
Favourite season: Spring, for nature’s awakening.
Favourite moment: Every time I arrive — the Castle fills me with peace.
Fondest memory: My first day — I thought I’d never manage, and now I’m Executive Housekeeper!
With us since: 2017

Stefano Faraone

Event Manager

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Virginia Suite — for its history and panoramic view.
Favourite dish: Carnaroli risotto with blueberries, Bra sausage, Raschera fondue, and garden herbs.
Favourite season: Spring, for blooming nature and its scent.
Favourite moment: Dusk and sunset.
Fondest memory: Saying farewell to guests and seeing happiness in their eyes.
With us since: 2011

Dining & experiences

Enrico Bazzanella

Executive Chef

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Wellness Suite 203 in the Palazzo.
Favourite dish: Traditional veal cotoletta alla milanese, strictly pan-fried in clarified butter.
Favourite season: Spring.
Fondest memory: Every time guests compliment the cuisine.
With us since: 2013

Roberto Manzoni

Maître d’Hotel

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite room: Suite 604 — for its soft, comforting colours, stunning view, and warm parquet flooring that also welcomes pets.
Favourite dish: Quail from the “Suggestioni” menu — a complex dish with two cooking techniques, perfectly balancing Jerusalem artichoke and asparagus. Ideal with Derthona Timorasso.
Favourite season: Autumn — a magical time of transformation, when nature slows down and renews itself. The air carries hints of must and the land offers its most intense flavours.
Favourite moment: Opening the dining room for dinner, welcoming guests with a smile that is always returned.
Fondest memory: Finding myself in the English countryside just steps from Lake Maggiore!

Very special welcomes

Piero, Kona & Wilma

Honorary Welcome Managers

Insights about Castello Dal Pozzo

Favourite rooms: The ones with parquet — we’re welcome there, too!
Favourite dish: Chef’s rice with a hint of tuna, a burger, or any delicacy the chef shares.
Favourite season: Whenever the hotel is open — endless cuddles!
Favourite moment: Park walk time; morning strolls with the deer are the best leg-stretch.
Fondest memory: Our very first day — and they call this a dog’s life!
With us since: 2019

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