Brunello di Montalcino Small Group Day Tour from Florence
Brunello di Montalcino Small Group Day Tour from Florence
Explore a region renowned internationally for its Brunello di Montalcino, a red wine hard to forget due to its precious formula! Brunello is produced with a local type of Sangiovese grape, known as Brunello or Sangiovese Grosso. Brunello di Montalcino wines are regarded as Italy’s “Noble wines".
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 area of Montalcino. During the day trip, you will visit 2 family-run wineries.
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15 minutesCastello Tricerchi
The Castle of the Tricerchi family, completed in 1441, dominates the property and is now the home and headquarters of the Tricerchis’ direct ancestors, the Squarcia family. The construction constituted an important bastion for the pilgrims who went to Rome along the Via Francigena, now the headquarters of the Brunello di Montalcino production. Its covers 6000 m2 and is a typical example of a medieval castle with a fortified keep. The cellars are located inside the castle, in what were once dungeons. In this medieval setting, you will enjoy the tasting of the estate’s signature wines, accompanied by a multi-course lunch.
3 hoursAZIENDA AGRICOLA VILLA I CIPRESSI
Villa i Cipressi started to produce Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino in the year 2000. The winery has 3.5 hectares of Sangiovese vines at two locations. The two vineyards, distinct in soil and in microclimate, allow for a blend which enriches the quality of the wine. The estate produces Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino and a selection line called ZEBRAS, which is produced and marketed only in the best years. The Zebras is a selection of the best grapes from the best vineyard and ages 6 months more than the regular vintage Brunello.
1 hour 30 minutesFlorence
Drop-off at our meeting point.
15 minutesIncluded
- Visit of 2 boutique wineries
- Wine tastings
- 2-course lunch
- Private transportation
- Certified sommelier/guide with you the entire day
- Entry/Admission - AZIENDA AGRICOLA VILLA I CIPRESSI
- Entry/Admission - Castello Tricerchi
Not Included
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18
- The tour runs with a minimum of 3 people
- 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
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- 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.