Discover one of the most evocative and well-known wine regions in the world: the Chianti. We'll take you into the heart of the Chianti region of Tuscany, the “Chianti Classico.” Located just south of Florence, sun-gorged hills are home to the vineyards that produce this nectar of the gods. Guided by our expert guide and sommelier, you'll visit some of the leading wineries in the world of the Chianti. Taste the wine and olive oil made here, visit the medieval town nearby, and enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch – a perfect day for wine & food lovers!
Info & Booking
A sommelier will guide your experience as you taste and learn about the different methods of wine production in three famous wineries plus an award winning boutique winery. Some of the best wines ever produced have come from the hills just outside of Florence, thanks to the beautiful climate and the rich soil, allowing these wineries to become top leaders in the industry for hundreds of years. You will learn the difference between the Chianti wines, what distinguishes "Chianti Classico", and which wines pair best with your favorite foods.
When:
- Available every day at 9:30am
- Nov to Feb: available Tue, Thu, Sat at 9:30am
- Transportation IN/OUT Florence by luxury Mercedes Minibus or Minivan
- English speaking driver
- Guided visit to an olive oil mill and olive oil tasting
- Guided tour of 3 Wineries and wine tastings
- Guided visit to an iconic Tuscan village
- Typical Tuscan lunch
- Meeting Point: 15 minutes before departure at the Florencetown office in Piazza Mentana, 2 red, Florence (opposite to the Arno river)
- Duration: 7 hours approximately
- Group Size: maximum 16 participants
Tour price includes:
- Transportation from Florence and back in comfortable minivan
- English-speaking driver
- Guided tour of two wineries and their cellars
- Wine, olive oil and local products tasting
- Lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant
Let us guide you on an intimate excursion through Tuscany. A discovery experience through vineyards, olive groves, noble castles and villas. A feast for the senses as you learn to distinguish wine scents and flavors. Let us introduce you to the quintessence of Tuscan wines: the world-renowned Supertuscans. You will be comfortably escorted in a minivan through the outskirts of Florence to three different wineries located amidst the rolling hills of the Chianti wine region. A sommelier will guide your experience as you taste and learn about the different methods of wine production in two famous wineries plus an award winning boutique winery. Some of the best wines ever produced have come from the hills just outside of Florence, thanks to the beautiful climate and the rich soil, allowing these wineries to become top leaders in the industry for hundreds of years. You will learn the difference between the Chianti wines, what distinguishes "Chianti Classico", and which wines pair best with your favorite foods. But, most of all, you will discover the world of Supertuscans: a Supertuscan is the utmost expression of quality and winemaking skills of a wine producer and his enologist. The wine can be made with any variety of grapes, either blended or pure. A Supertuscan is often the signature of the wine-producer. A precious wine that sometimes is difficult to find outside the latest vintage - or even to get a taste of. Each one of the three wineries is renowned for its Supertuscan production. You will see world famous Supertuscan vineyards and discover their production process “behind the stage”, in the most fascinating settings - from medieval castles to noble villas, to a boutique winery - and with different approaches, applying modern techniques to ancient gestures. Your sommelier will teach you how to distinguish between the acidity and the aromas, scents and flavors of the different grapes grown in the Tuscan region, as you taste various wines of these different wineries. At the boutique winery you will then enjoy gourmet lunch in its “enoteca”. Specialties of the Tuscan cuisine and local products will be served with wine pairing. This tour provides a more intimate and embracing setting, ensuring the best experience possible for all wine lovers
PLEASE NOTE: Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverages to teens under 16 years of age, so tour participants under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
This tour runs rain or shine. Please be aware that weather in Florence might differ from the situation in the countryside.��
Cancellation Policy
- There will be no penalty for cancellations of excursion bookings communicated in writing at least eight (8) days prior to the booked excursion date.
- For cancellations between eight and two days prior to the course, 10% of the fee will have to be paid; from two days prior to the course beginning, the payment of the entire amount will be due and no reimbursement will be granted.
- No reimbursement will be granted to any client who is not at the place of beginning at the time established; similarly, no reimbursement will be granted to clients who lose contact with the guide or who do not complete the excursion.
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Includes
Transportation from Florence and back in comfortable minivan English-speaking driver Guided tour of two wineries and their cellars Wine, olive oil and local products tasting Lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant
Tuscany Wine Trail
The “Tuscan Wine Trail” is a day tour to one of the most evocative and well-known wine regions in the world: the Chianti. We'll take you into the heart of the Chianti region of Tuscany, the “Chianti Classico.” Located just south of Florence, the hills of the Chianti region you'll visit are more than beautiful – they are quintessential Tuscany with its medieval hamlets and olive groves, cypresses, and vineyards. Sit back and take in the marvels of the Tuscan countryside from the comfortable seat of the minivan we'll drive you in.
Some of the best wines in the world are produced here with a perfect blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, and other varieties of red grapes. Each winemaker has his secret, and the Chianti wines reflect the knowledge and tradition of generations. On this tour you'll get acquainted with the history of wine and the secret of how to keep these long lasting traditions alive.
You'll learn about the Chianti Classico with its unmistakable Black Rooster logo that guarantees the authentic taste and provenance. And we'll introduce you to the different characteristics of wine, how to distinguish the acidity, the taste, and how to pair certain flavors with foods.
This full day experience includes the visit to two wineries and their cellars. You'll experience the products during the wine and olive oil tasting. No day in Tuscany is complete without at least one delicious three-course meal: you'll get to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. There are many photo opportunities, including in the medieval town we visit. Take this tour, and you’ll experience a great day together with like-minded wine lovers.
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This tour is enjoyable for everyone, of any age - but please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverages to teens under 16 years of age, so children under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
Cancellation Policy
All client cancellations must arrive up to 8 days before the date of the tour/course/service to be reimbursed free of charge.
If you cancel 8 to 2 days before the date, 10% of the fee will have to be paid.
From two days prior to the tour/course/service beginning, the payment of the entire amount will be due and no reimbursement will be granted.
No refund will be granted to any client who is not at the place of departure at the time established. Similarly, no refund will be granted to clients who lose contact with the guide or who do not complete the excursion or service.