Located between the valleys of Orcia and Chiana, Montepulciano was built by the Etruscan king Porsenna in 500 BC The city has preserved its historic center as it was centuries ago, with many religious and civil buildings such as the church of the Madonna di San Biagio, the Palazzo Pubblico, Palazzo Tarugi and the house of the poet Poliziano. This area is rich in oak, holm oak and chestnut woods, cultivated tuff plateaus and vineyards. Montepulciano is famous all over the world for its natural and architectural beauty, but also for the wine that bears the name of the city. The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is one of the classic Italian red wines and has undoubtedly helped Tuscany to retain its privileged place on the wine map of the world. According to the DOCG rules, to be labeled as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a wine must come from the vineyards on the hills surrounding Montepulciano, an area with slopes reaching a height of 820-1968 feet. The main grape here is Sangiovese (known locally as Prugnolo Gentile), the same variety used to produce another great Tuscan red wine: Brunello di Montalcino.
Program :
- In the morning, a Mercedes with private driver will pick you up at your accommodation and take you to the La Ciarliana winery
- Private and exclusive tour with tasting at the La Ciarliana winery
- Light lunch at the La Ciarliana winery
- Private transfer to the Avignonesi winery
- Private and exclusive tour with tasting at the Avignonesi winery
- In the afternoon, private transfer to your accommodation
Morning
Private guided tour of the La Ciarliana Winery
Cradled in the heart of the Tuscan hills in Montepulciano, the La Ciarliana winery is owned by Luigi who started the production of Vino Nobile in 1996, thus realizing a dream that began with his grandfather 50 years earlier and which he inherited from his father Santo Pilgrim. At present, he is helped by his son Matteo. The winery took its name from a small and charming chapel nestled in the vineyards surrounding the estate, whose bell tower also inspired the logo of this 21-hectare family-run winery.
The modern and recently renovated cellar consists of an underground production area for winemaking and aging, a lovely and intimate tasting room and a cozy lounge that opens onto a panoramic terrace overlooking the vineyards, wine lovers and they will be able to taste the company's wines and experience the various activities offered.
Lunch
Light lunch in cantina
The ideal combination of food and wine creates a balance between the elements that enhance a dish and the characteristics of the wine. This workshop will guide you and teach you how to best combine food and wines. You will learn which ingredients of a recipe go best with the characteristics of the wine to be served. As complex as pairing food and wine is, the basics are easy to understand! Play and create your perfect menu. This experience is the ideal gift for a cook!
Tasting
- Rosso di Montepulciano DOC
- Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG
- Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG Vigna'Scianello
- Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC
Afternoon
Private guided tour of the Avignonesi Winery
The Avignonesi winery takes its name from the original founders of the estate, the Avignonesi family, and its history has been an "exciting journey" since its foundation. Acquired by Virginie Saverys in 2009, the winery has grown in size and at the same time has become a leader in biodynamic viticulture in Italy. Thanks to Virginie's respect for the ecosystem, its staff and the final consumer, the company has begun to produce organic wines that are truly faithful to their origins, but always singular and unique. To date, the estate has reached a size of 175 hectares of vineyards, including a state-of-the-art winery in the Montepulciano appellation. Avignonesi wines enhance the richness and elegance of Montepulciano's heritage.
Tasting
- Tuscany IGT Chardonnay Il Marzocco
- Tuscany IGT Grifi
- Tuscany IGT Sangiovese Grandi Vintages
- Tuscany IGT 50 & 50
- Vin Santo di Montepulciano or Occhio di Pernice
In the afternoon, private transfer to your accommodation.
What’s included:
-Mercedes with private driver
-English speaking driver
-2 Private Premium Winery Tours & Tasting
-Light lunch in the cellar
What’s not included:
-Tips
Anything not mentioned in the "They are included"
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