Exclusive Brunello di Montalcino Day Trip from Florence
Exclusive Brunello di Montalcino Day Trip from Florence
Explore a region renowned internationally for its Brunello di Montalcino, a red wine hard to forget due to its precious formula! Brunello di Montalcino is produced with a local type of Sangiovese grape, referred to as Brunello or Sangiovese Grosso, possessing Italy’s highest DOCG classification.Take some time to enjoy a region rich in refined winemaking and cultural treasures alike. Escape the hustle and bustle of Florence and experience the heart of Tuscany by visiting the enchanting wine region of Montalcino.
During the day trip, you will visit 3 family-run wineries and the medieval town of Montalcino. You will taste not only the precious Brunello, but also a wide range of regional wines, such as Rosso di Montalcino. You will have the chance of comparing different styles of winemaking, while enjoying 3 wine tastings at scenic properties in the Montalcino wine area.
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15 minutesAzienda Agricola Pacenti Franco
At this family-run winery situated at the base of the hilly Montalcino, you will get immersed into the art of wine making. You are going to explore the entire estate, tour the vineyards and wine cellars and understand the production process of Brunello di Montalcino. Their interpretation of Sangiovese grapes has given life to world praised wines. During the wine tasting, you will taste a remarkable pallet of their best wines.
1 hour 45 minutesTenuta Fanti
Tenuta Fanti belongs to the Fanti family since 1800. It was transformed from a sharecropping company to a winery, marking an important transition. The property extends across 260 hectares of land: 55 hectares of vineyards, 60 of olive trees and 145 of crops and forest which surround the new wine cellar built in 2004. The soil has a volcanic origin and it is rich in skeleton. The winery converted to organic agriculture, in an attempt to safeguard the territory and improve the quality of the products, while respecting consumers’ health. Here you will have a guided tour of the winery to understand the company’s philosophy, retracing together the various phases of wine production. You will understand the identity of the vineyards during the wine tasting in the panoramic terrace. The wines will be paired with typical Montalcino dishes prepared by the expert hands of their chefs. The experience will be accompanied by a tasting of their extra virgin olive oil.
3 hoursTenuta di Collosorbo
The winery has ancient origins and preserves the spirit of a centennial past. The same family has run the estate since 1850. They have dedicated themselves to the cultivation of cereals, olive groves and vineyards. An interesting fact is that the oldest part of the cellar houses an underground tunnel that opens into small caves of probable Etruscan origin. You will get to explore them and tour the entire estate. The winery has a diversified production: wines, grappa and olive oil. The visit will finish by tasting their signature wines.
1 hour 30 minutesFlorence
Drop-off. The tour will generally end where it started.
15 minutesIncluded
- Visit of 3 boutique wineries
- Wine tastings
- 3-course lunch
- Private transportation
- Certified sommelier/guide with you the entire day
- Pickup from your accommodation
- 100% private tour
- Entry/Admission - Azienda Agricola Pacenti Franco
- Entry/Admission - Tenuta Fanti
- Entry/Admission - Tenuta di Collosorbo
Not Included
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Minimum drinking age is 18
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If you have any special dietary requirements, please inform us in advance
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- We have ensured all the necessary precautions, as we highly value our travellers' safety. The experience is entirely private. We operate in accordance with governmental regulations. Safety distance will be enforced at all times. As an environmental measure, open and ventilated spaces are preferred.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.