Brunello di Montalcino: Tuscany's Fine Red Wine
Visit Tuscany's most prized red wine region of Montalcino with us! If you appreciate robust, age-worthy Italian red wines, this experience is for you. Brunello di Montalcino wine is made with 100% Sangiovese (specifically, the “grosso” clone) and requires a minimum of 4 years before it can be released to the public thus making it a carefully created wine of caliber.
We visit noteworthy family-run producers who are true stewards to their land, meticulous in the wine cellars and are off the beaten wine roads. You'll also learn the difference between the varieties of Sangiovese used in Tuscany, Rosso di Montalcino vs Brunello di Montalcino, DOCG laws which govern Brunello production, Tuscan wine culture and more. Experience a variety of Tuscan charm with a stroll through the wine-centric town of Montalcino, tasting local specialties during lunch and touring winery cellars that produce some of Italy's most coveted wine.
Please note: The latest releases of Brunello di Montalcino are tasted on standard flights included with this wine tour, which can be a bit harsh in tannin for those unaccustomed. This wine tour is ideal for true Brunello fans and/or collectors, really into getting to know the wine-making process behind it all. We also taste Rosso di Montalcino which are more approachable and can organize older Brunello vintages or vertical tastings at a premium. Let us know how we can curate a day to your taste!
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English/Italian bilingual guide/escort (prices quoted on round-trip transfer in/out Florence)
GROUP Tours have fixed start time and meeting point with a standard winery route
PRIVATE tours are door-to-door pick-up/drop-off with flexibility in start time, stops, personalized winery selections, etc.
Get immersed in Italian wine culture with artisanal snacks to pair (cured meats and cheeses, on-site produced olive oil, etc)
Guided visit of 2 unique wine cellars and tasting (range from boutique, award-winning to family-run biodynamic style)
Stroll the charming villages in this scenic wine region of Tuscany
Sit-down Tuscan light lunch at one of the wine estates visited: charcuterie, bruschetta, fresh pasta, dessert all with wine (*various lunch options available for private tour requests)
Learn the mystery behind Brunello wines and what differentiates them from the rest of the Tuscan wine landscape
Duration: 8/9hrs
Inclusions: Escorted transport in comfortable climate controlled vehicle, all wine tastings, cellar tours, lunch (for group tour), stops in nearby villages and personable, bilingual guide/leader.
Not included in any quote Group/Private: Travel insurance, extra hours, additional tastings and trip cancellation insurance.
REGARDING QUOTES LISTED- Your final quote may vary or be higher than general estimates listed depending on world conditions affecting petrol costs and local supply chain challenges at the time of request. Thank you for understanding!
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PRIVATE TOUR Cost: Starting at 295eu pp not including lunch or wine tasting fees. Final quote determined by actual private group size (i.e. prorated based on final group size), quote also varies on pick-up location and custom requests. Please Inquire.
If you’re a couple requesting a private tour please note the cost will be significantly higher due to fixed overhead (i.e. 9hrs with a certified pro driver, petrol, etc) We suggest to join a small group tour for budget-conscious travelers
PRIVATE TOUR Days/Time: Daily at 9am
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SMALL GROUP TOUR Cost: 215eu per guest group rate (meaning other people share the vehicle/tour with you, max 6 people)
SMALL GROUP Day/Time: Daily at 9am
We quote wine cellar tours in EU on behalf of a local Florence-based tour operator we partner with to conduct small group join-in wine tours which follow our philosophy for high quality, artisanal Italian wine culture.
