- Duration: 7 hours
- Priority access
- Mobile ticket
- Photos w/no flash
- Guided tour
- Accessible
Description
Leave the lively scene in Florence and head out to the Tuscan countryside to get inside the great world of SuperTuscan wines. With a good sommelier, you will walk through the vines of three respected wineries; here any questions you have will be answered right away. Learn about how some of the best-loved wines in the world are made. Then let yourself be guided in discovering the tastier parts of Tuscany with a wine tasting, paired with a gourmet lunch.
Explore the famous SuperTuscan wines loved worldwide
Tuscany is famous all over the world for its excellent wines, and SuperTuscan wines are synonymous with this celebrated area. Whether you are a long-time lover of wine or just starting, this Supertuscan tour will give you a great opportunity to learn about the history and how it is made of a new wine classic. Your day will begin with your private driver picking you up in central Florence in a comfy minivan. Soon you leave the busy life of the city and enter the green hills that surround Florence. As you drive through the Florentine countryside, big hills will be all around you, olive groves and vineyards plus small medieval villages on top of the hills; all these vibrant colors and stunning views will make you feel calm and happy. Your trip will take you to the lovely Chianti hills, a place known for making some of the best wines in the world, due to its good weather and rich earth. As you check out the region, you will hear about Supertuscans, which can be made from many kinds of grapes, either in mixes or as single types. The mark of the maker is often shown by these fine wines, which are so desired that finding years from before now turns out to be a task. So, the chance to try them is really a honor granted to just a small number.Check out three wineries nestled in the hills around Florence
Your trip includes stops at at least three wineries, each of which has been a leading name in the wine trade for many years. The first two are famous old wineries where you will get a chance to see the cellars and taste their wines—all with an expert sommelier who will share deep insights into how they make their wines, from harvest to hit the market. You will learn to spot the sharpness and the bouquet of smells, scents, and flavors linked with different types of grapes. Do not hold back any wonders or questions; this is a great time to get answers.Discover a quaint winery tucked away in Tuscany and savor a classic meal that transports you to another world
Highlights
- Depart from Florence for a day trip to discover the vineyards, olive groves, castles, and period villas of Tuscany .
- Enter the world of SuperTuscans, red wines that do not respect the classic rules of production .
- Learn the differences between different Chianti wines and learn how to recognize a Chianti Classico .
- Let yourself be guided by an expert sommelier .
- Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch in a winery restaurant.
What's included
- Private: personalized attention
- Transportation IN/OUT Florence by luxury Mercedes Minivan
- Free WiFi on board
- English speaking Wine Expert.
- Guided tour of 3 Wineries and their cellars
- Visit of the Vineyards
- Learn about wine making techniques from an expert
- 3 Wine Tastings, one for each winery, with some of the best Tuscan wines (Supertuscans)
- Olive Oil and typical product tasting
- Guided visit to an iconic Tuscan village
- Typical Tuscan lunch
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
For bookings from 1 to 8 people: 8 DAYS Cancellation policy. Full penalty applies for cancellations in the last 7 DAYS prior to tour departure and no-shows.
For bookings up to 9 people: availability and cancellation policy ON REQUEST!
This tour runs on rain or shine.
To remember
- Please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverage to teens under 18 y.o.
- so clients under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
- Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accomodate them.
- This tour runs on rain or shine.