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Wine Tastings in Florence
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Wine in Tuscany
Florence's region continues to advance its position as the nation's most dynamic producer of premium wines, following decades of turning out popular Chianti in straw-covered flasks. Tuscany's modern renaissance in wine began in Chianti, in the central hills around Siena and Florence, but it rapidly spread to take in the strip along the Mediterranean coast that was not previously known for its vineyards.
Much of the progress has come with classical reds based on the native Sangiovese vine, Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Carmignano, all DOCG. But growing success with other reds (especially the stylish non-DOC wines known as "Super Tuscans") has been augmented by new styles of whites to enhance the region's reputation. Chianti, still the dominant force in Tuscan viniculture, has long rated as the most Italian of wines. This is partly because it is the most voluminous and widely sold classified wine, but also because it has a personality that cannot be pinned down. Its multifarious nature is quintessentially Italian.
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The Chianti Rufina Wine Tasting
The Rufina is one of the smallest and least known of the Chianti sub-zones, yet it is one of most genuine and picturesque. The Chianti Rufina has one of the oldest histories in all of Chianti. First designated as a wine zone by the Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo III in 1716. The Rufina lies in the heart of the Val Di Sieve, in the foothills of the Apennine mountains. The rugged and wild terrain of the Rufina has a unique micro climate of cold nights and hot days and produces very full-bodied and long living wines sometimes capable of cellaring for over 40 years. Located in some of the most beautiful hills to the north east of Florence, the Chianti Rufina is one the easiest reached, but least traveled of the wine zones of Tuscany.
The Chianti Classico
With over 700 wineries the Classico is one of the largest and most famous of the Chianti sub zones. Located south of Florence in the hills around the towns of Greve, Castellina, and Radda in Chianti, the Chianti Classico is home to the famous Gallo Nero wines (the black Rooster). In this zone you will taste an assortment of Chianti Classico wines in an awe inspiring setting.
Montepulciano
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is made from a Sangiovese clone that is locally known as prugnolo gentile. As early as the seventeenth century it was crowned by many as "the king of Tuscan wines", and because the nobility eagerly sought it out, it became known as a 'noble' and 'aristocratic' wine. The hills around Montepulciano are gentle and rolling and provide an excellent backdrop for drinking one of Tuscany's most prestigious wines.
Brunello
Wines from the Brunello region are made with a local clone of Sangiovese, which gives its name to this highest of quality wine. These wines are aged for over 4 years before being released to market (over 5 years for the reserves), and are among Tuscany's most important and longest living wines.
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Bike Chianti for the Day
After a short ride through the city centre of Florence, avoiding the most crowded streets, we finally reach the outskirts of this romantic city and make our way towards the northern part of the famous and charming Chianti wine region.
Wine Tours & Tastings in Florence and Tuscany
Join us on a wine adventure in Tuscany. Whether you are visiting of Florence for a day or a Tuscan villa for a week, we can arrange a wonderful wine tasting or tour into the hills and vineyards.
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Wine Tasting in Florence
Situated near Piazza Santa Croce and close to the Arno river lies a wonderful Cantina where you will get a warm welcome and enjoy a typical wine and olive oil tasting commented in English.
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Small Group Tastings
Introduction to Italian Wines
Tour Code: MT-FLOR-WINE-1
Tastings : Daily 4:30pm
Duration: 1 hr.
Cost: 29.00€ p/p
Includes: 3 Wines + Each wine tasting will be served with platter of mixed snacks :Pecorinio Cheese, Tuscan Prosciutto, Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Learn how to taste and appreciate wine. Your wine experts will explain about planting, selection, growing, harvesting and the work process. You will discover how to read labels, which to choose and when to open certain bottles. In addition, you will hear about what's happening today in wine journalism.
And that's not all. You will also learn how to taste olive oil. How to recognize good quality as well as defects in conservation, how to read labels, where the best locations for growing olives in Italy are and the process of making oil from the harvest to bottling.
Each wine tasting will have platter of mixed snacks with: - Pecorino cheese from famous cheese producer Putzulu Salvatore originally from Sardegna continuing in the footsteps of his father. Pecorino came from nearby Montepulciano and Montalcino. Salvatore cheese is superb.
- Tuscan Prosciutto and salami from Montaione 30km from Florence towards Pisa. This producer raises their own pigs so the quality is guaranteed to be excellent. A clean taste with little fat
- Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil made in January this year. Oils may vary but you might try Azienda Le Fonti Poggibonsi and Siena, San Leo Figline from Val d'Arno or Giorgio Franci from Montalcino.
Here are some of the wines you might taste:
White wine: From the wine maker Strele with refreshing Soave 2005 vintage from Veneto area. The wine is smooth, and tastes of peach and almond. Very interesting wine coming from the heart of the Soave area. The wine maker has only 3 hectares of 100% Garganega grape.
Red wines: An excellent example of a Chianti from a Castellare di Tonda wine maker, about 20 km from Florence. It is 100% Sangiovese and the estate also produces olive oil.
Third wine: A Rosso di Montalcino 2005 vintage from a Collosorbo wine maker, or a la Serena wine maker, depending on availability.Roso is the little brother of the Brunello and a great example of Montalcino house wine. The Collossorbo are round with nice fruit and low acidity.
The Classics
Tour Code: MT-FLOR-WINE-2
Tastings : Mon-Sat 4:30 pm
Duration: 1 1/4hrs.
Cost: 49.00€ p/p
Select from one of the below or create your own.
The Red Wines Introduction to main Tuscan red wines and descriptions of the most widespread vines; the traditional denomination of origin (D.O.C.); the best of the traditional production, Brunello and Nobile; the role of the Cabernet and the new trends; organoleptic analysis of the wines presented during the tasting and suggestions for matching with food. Every sessions is accompanied by traditional canape (chicken liver), olive pate, tomato, garlic, and basil, veal Carpaccio, and mixed Tuscan cheeses.
• Rosso della Val di Cornia, Gualdo Del Re •Chianti Classico, Fattoria Rodano •Rosso di Montalcino, Barbi •Nobile di Montepulciano, Poderi Boscarelli
The White Wines Introduction to the main Tuscan white wines and descriptions of the most widespread vines; Trebbiano as the most traditional of the Tuscan wines; the new trend toward Chardonnay and Sauvignon; Pomino, a wine produced in the mountains near Florence; organoleptic analysis of the wines presented during tasting and suggestions for matching with food. Each session is accompanied by traditional canape, slices of toasted bread with tomato or garlic, olive oil and basil, and smoked fish.
•Vernaccia di S. Gimignano, Casalo Falchini •Candia dei Colli Apuani, Podere Scurtorola •Sauvignon, Le Murelle •Chardonnay, Colognole
The Rose Wines Introduction to main Tuscan rose wines and descriptions of the most widespread vines; Sangiovese grapes as the base of the Tuscan rose wines; the importance of the French model and the latest trends; organoleptic analysis of the wines presented during the tasting and suggestions for matching with food. Every session is accompanied by traditional canape, slices of toasted bread with tomato or garlic, olive oil and basil, and veal Carpaccio.
•Donna Vittoria, Villa Filicaja •Sangiovese, Fattoria Dievole •Rosato dell'Elba, Acquabona •Rosato della Val di Cornia, Tenuta Gualdo Del Re
Connoisseur Super Tuscan Tastings
Tour Code: MT-FLOR-WINE-3
Tastings : Mon-Sat 5:00 pm
Duration: 1 1/4hrs.
Cost: 85.00€ p/p
Choose from the best Tuscan wines from our collection or the best-known Super Tuscans. Our expert will guide you to discover the colors, flavors, of the best wines. Accompanied by artisanal cured meats and cheese, you will be immersed amongthe treasures of the best wines produced in Tuscany. With the help of our expert, we can construct a tasting like this one:
• a taste of red wine Barbera 2005 Boeri Giorgio
• a taste of red wine Aglianico 2003 Nerochiaro Luigi Moio (92 points T.S)
• a taste of red wine Barolo 2003 Luciano Pira (95 points T.S. )
• a taste of red wine Supertuscan Spirto 2003 Sant Agnese
• a taste of red wine Brunello di Montalcino 2003 Ciacci Giovanna
• a taste of red wine Mazzi Recioto 2004 ( Amarone grand father )
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Tuscany Wine Tour
Imagine being in one of the most famous cellars in the middle of Brunello vineyards. In this program, Tenuta Il Poggione in Montalcino, welcomes you with a vertical tasting of the best years of its production
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Inland Wine Tours
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Imagine being in one of the most famous cellars in the middle of Brunello vineyards. In this program, Tenuta Il Poggione in Montalcino, welcomes you with a vertical tasting of the best years of its production.
Due to its characteristic climate, soil and altitude, the land of Chianti Classico is particularly tailored for the production of prized wines. The specification "Classico" refers to the most ancient area of production of the Chianti region.
The Nobile from Montepulciano is one of the outstanding traditional Tuscan wines. Sangiovese, here called prugnolo gentile, combines with canaiolo nero, to produce a masterpiece.
Everything seems like a dream in the Brunello kingdom-the castle and village of Montalcino atop the highest hill, the roads through the Sangiovese grosso vineyards, the taste from the huge barrels resting in the deep cellars. We offer full-day guided tours to Montalcino wineries by private car or mini-bus.
Montecarlo is a little-known medieval village off the tourist route where wine makers take a French approach to white wines. The landscape is dotted with red stone noble buildings, the historic walls of Lucca, and hills adorned with olive groves.
Casentino along ancient Roman stone roads crossing high mountains, the pilgrims found peace and wines in old convents and monumental wineries. The castle of Pomino and the Frescobaldi estates are points of interest in this little-known area.
The Valdarno was one of the main transportation ways from Rome to northern Italy. Today, between highways and railways, you can find Renaissance monuments and fantastic wines along this history-filled river.
Costal Wine Tours
Maremma is one of the wildest and most beautiful regions of Tuscany. It's a region of valleys covered with olive and Mediterranean maquis (evergreen) where horses and wild boar roam freely. It's most famous wine, Morellino di Scansano, captures the colors, flavors, and imagination of the area.
Sassicaia is a magical word around the world, synonymous with the highest quality wine. This excursion takes you to the winery where Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta started it all, and where Sassicaia is produced today.
Nine different varieties of wines are produced under this appellation in this hilly land - an appellation that valorizes a series of vine varieties that have been part of Grosseto's wine making history since times immemorial.
Wine & Art Cities
The stunning architecture of the villa gardens in the Lucca hills, excellent wines produced by aristocratic ladies, and French grapes harvested in the Tuscan hills.
From Boccaccio's native village, Certaldo, along ancient roads to a modern winery producing high-quality wines from French grapes, through the medieval villages of Lari and Castelfalfi, this excursion ends at the magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa.
Driving from Florence to Siena, you see the towers on the hill of San Gimignano and you immediately sense the taste of Vernaccia. Arriving in Siena, walking through the old walled town's portals, you imagine the strong, full-bodied wines produced in the surrounding countryside.
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Wine Routes & Trips
Self Guided Packages
Multi day tour to discover italian wine in the vineyards, in the villas and in the most beautiful towns of Tuscany
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