The Best Chianti Wine Tour 2025
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About Chianti Wine Tour
Join the half-day Chianti wine tour and visit two Chianti wineries where you will have a chance to taste their best wine! Stroll around the Tuscan vineyards as your English-speaking tour guide tells you all about the Chianti wine region and its history.
One of many perks of this Chianti Wine Tour is having a dedicated driver. As you will have multiple chances to taste the best vintages of Chianti wineries, relax and let us do the driving.
You will have a chance to do wine tasting at two separate wine-producing estates. As you try their selection of Chianti classico vintages, you will hear the story of each wine. Did you know that most wine producers in the Chianti area have been in this business for quite a few generations? It's not unusual to come across Chianti wineries with hundreds of years of tradition.
Apart from wine production, the Tuscan region is also famous for its other products, namely olive oil but also salami, tasty bread, a wide variety of cheeses, and a premium-quality balsamic vinegar. During the Chianti Wine Tour, you'll have a chance to taste these local delicacies.
You will be in the company of an experienced English-speaking tour guide during the entire tour. They are knowledgeable about the Tuscan region and its rich history, as well as wines produced in the Chianti area!
The buses offer comfort and plenty of space; they are all fully fitted with everything you may need, including a free Wi-Fi service. Sit and relax as you take in the stunning vistas of vineyards, olive groves, and picturesque medieval towns of the Chianti area.
If you change your mind or your plans change, you can cancel the Chianti Wine Tour and get a full refund! All we ask in return is that you notify us at least 24 hours in advance. Also, you can book the tour now and pay at a later date!
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I had a great time on the Chianti Wine Tour!
I love going on wine group tours, cos' you always meet interesting people who want to enjoy life and have a good time. Our tour guide, Martina, had a great sense of humor, and she really knows a lot about Chianti wine! We had a chance to taste a wide selection of wine, and by the end of the tour, most of us were a bit tipsy. On the way back to Florence, someone started to sing, and the rest of us joined in. I really had a great time on the Chianti Wine Tour!
A dream to become a wine producer
As my wife and I are hobbyist sommeliers, we love exploring different wine-producing regions. The Chianti area is special in many ways, and this tour was excellent! We were offered some delicious salami, bread, and olive oil, which paired very well with their fine wines. After we retire, we dream of becoming wine producers ourselves, so this wine tour was yet another opportunity to see how it's done!
DESCRIPTION
Chianti Wine Tour
- Transportation by fully-fitted GT bus
- Wi-Fi on board
- Tour guide
- Guided wine tasting at 2 different Chianti wineries
- Tasting of 3-4 wines at each stop
- Tuscan products tasting (cheese, bread, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salami)
DRIVING TO THE CHIANTI AREA
After you board the coach bus and meet your tour guide, relax and enjoy the views of Tuscany. As you sit comfortably, the tour guide will tell you about the history of this world-famous Italian region. Did you know that the name Tuscany derives from Etruscans? They were an ancient people who inhabited the region before the Romans conquered it. Etruscans also cultivated grapes and knew about the process of fermentation. The drink they made was similar to wine that we know today. As you hear interesting stories, admire the picturesque countryside dotted with medieval villages and stone churches.
ARRIVE AT A TYPICAL CHIANTI WINERY
As a part of the Chianti Wine Tour, you will visit two typical Chianti wineries. Here you will have a chance to taste some of their excellent wines and learn about the process of winemaking. You will also have an opportunity to hear about each wine you taste from the winemakers themselves. If some of them don't speak English, don't worry, as your tour guide will translate. These wineries are modern yet traditional, and offer food as well as wines. And the best part, they will let you sample it all! For example they might offer you delicious salami, home-made bread, and their exquisite olive oils. If you want you can also buy some to take back home!
SMALL GROUP TOUR OF THE VINEYARDS
Follow your tour guide for a short tour of the vineyards. At this point of the Chianti Wine Tour, the group will be divided into smaller groups so that you can have a more intimate experience. As you walk through rows of grapevines stretching down the hill, you'll see cypress and olive trees and many rustic elements that make Tuscany known around the world.
PREPARE YOUR TASTE BUDS FOR CHIANTI CLASSICO!
Chianti isn't the only wine you will encounter during the Chianti Wine Tour. You will also have a chance to taste some other varieties, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Vernaccia, Merlot, Trebbiano, Vermentino, and Syrah. However, the star of each of the wineries you will visit is the Chianti Classico! As you will learn from the winemakers, not every Chianti is a Chianti Classico. It has to be produced in the historic Chianti area, which stretches between Florence and Siena. It also has to age for at least 12 months in an oak barrel and be made from a minimum of 80% Sangiovese grapes. Other grapes allowed are Canaiolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot. Savor the moment and enjoy life's simple pleasures as you take part in the Chianti wine tour!
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Interesting facts about the Chianti Wine Region
- Did you know that the Chianti area was the first officially defined wine region in history? The man responsible for this was the Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo III, who signed the edict in 1716!
- Villages of Radda, Castellina, and Gaiole formed the so-called „Lega del Chianti“ (League of Chianti) during the medieval times. It was a political but also a military alliance that administered this region on behalf of the Florentine Republic.
- Although today we associate Chianti as being a red wine, it was initially a white wine. It was not until much later, during the second half of the 19th century, that Chianti became predominantly red.
- As the popularity of the Chianti wine region began to spread, many other wine producers started copying and labeling their wines as Chianti. As a countermeasure, the Chianti Classico designation was created in 1932. This strict set of regulations and quality standards is enforced until the present day.
Book this Chianti Wine Tour and discover the richness of flavor as well as the history of the Chianti wine region!
Good to know before you go
- As with all our Tuscany wine tours, you can reserve the Chianti Wine Tour now, pay later, and cancel for free if needed.
- After each wine tasting, you will have some free time to roam around the winery at your own pace.
- At both wineries, you will have the opportunity to buy wine by the bottle or by the box.
- Please note that the group may be split into two smaller groups for the winery tours.
- Make the most of your Chianti wine tour with our Visit Tuscany tips.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at the Piazzale Montelungo bus stop; a 5 to 10-minute walk from the Santa Maria Novella train station.
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FAQ – Chianti Wine Tour
Will there be some free time during the Chianti Wine Tour?
Yes, at each winery after a short guided tour there will be some free time in which you may roam the vineyards at your own pace.Can I buy some Chianti bottles during the visit to the wineries?
Yes, of course, both Chianti wineries you will be visiting have a wide selection of wines and other traditional products such as olive oil, cheese, balsamic vinegar, and salami!Will there be much walking on the Chianti Wine Tour?
Apart from taking a short tour of the vineyards and visiting the winemaking facilities, there is not much walking involved in this tour. The rest of the time you'll be sitting in a comfortable bus!Are there other special tours in Italy worth booking?
Definitely! If you're visiting Italy and love food, wine, and beautiful landscapes, Tuscany has some amazing experiences. You can join a wine tour from Siena or one of our Florence wine tours with organized transport. Highlights include wine tasting in Bolgheri or a Lucca Wine Tour, both offering charming towns, scenic vineyards, and excellent wines. The Tuscany Gourmet Tour is ideal for food lovers, with regional dishes, local producers, and authentic flavors. For something truly special, try our Truffle Hunting Tours in Tuscanyto connect with nature, follow the scent of fresh truffles, and experience something you won’t find anywhere else in the world. And if you’re staying in Florence, don’t miss the best Bike Tour in Tuscany – a scenic ride through vineyards and olive groves, paired with wine and olive oil tastings.Don't wait! Book now!
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