On our Chianti Wine Tour from San Gimignano, we'll see spectacular vineyard landscapes, taste the best regional wines and visit charming villages in the Chianti Valley.
Tour Details
Having picked you up at Piazzale Montemaggio at the indicated time, and we'll board a minibus and set off to explore the beautiful scenery of the Chianti Valley. Welcome to Tuscany!
First, we'll go to Castellina in Chianti, where you'll have some free time to visit this charming hilltop town. You'll be able to walk around its churches and visit its castle, known as La Rocca.
Next, we'll stop at a winery for a guided tour of its facilities and vineyards. Do you know the different stages of preparation to make the famous Chianti wine? Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon - we'll learn all about these grapes on the tour!
Afterwards, we'll enjoy a tasting of Chianti wine, accompanied by a selection of Italian cured meats. Undoubtedly, the perfect plan for wine lovers.
The tour will then take us to a second winery, where we'll also taste some varieties of Chianti Valley wine and some appetizers. As an added bonus, we'll also get to taste olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Before returning to San Gimignano, we'll make a final stop in Monteriggioni, a medieval village where time appears to have stood still. After six hours of sightseeing, we'll drop you off at the meeting point in San Gimignano. See you next time!
Please Note
The wine tasting will be conducted in English by the winery staff.
