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2. On the discovery of Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscan Wine Tours proposes this tour as either a private
tour or as a mixed group wine tour on
Thursdays
with departure from Florence at 8.30
am (Siena pick-up can be arranged at around 9.30 am).
Montalcino is a small hilltop town South of
Siena. The famous Brunello grape (Sangiovese
Grosso) has its very origins and exclusive growth here.
Brunello di Montalcino was invented more than a century ago by Ferruccio
Biondi-Santi and has become one of the most famous wines in the world,
prized and praised by important wine critics, wine collectors and wine
lovers.
On this day tour we will discover the origins and the evolution of
the Brunello wine, visiting a wonderful winery.
Please note that
with departure from Florence, the trip to Montalcino takes at least an hour
and a
half.
Departure at
approx. 8.30 a.m. from our meeting point (exact departure time will be
communicated at the time of your booking).
During our drive to Montalcino you will be introduced to the region of
Montalcino, its history and its wine designations.
Our first stop will be at a small winery and top producer of Brunello di
Montalcino. We'll be shown around by the wine maker, go through the fields
(weather permitting), see the aging cellars, and finally do a tasting
together.
In a nearby valley we find the most important piece of Romanesque
architecture in Tuscany, the Abbey of Sant'Antimo (12th Century).
It is now time for a good Tuscan lunch in the country side. The menu is
always an extremely pleasant surprise...
After lunch, we will see the premises of an old olive mill and we will talk
about how good extra virgin olive oil is made.
To
round off the day beautifully, we will make a stop in Montalcino to admire
this
town with its imposing Medieval Fortress and walk the winding streets
stocked with wine shops and artisan products. If you are looking to buy
vintage Brunellos or are wanting to taste more Brunellos of different
producers, it is possible to do so in the Fortress Enoteca wine shop.
Final stop in second winery before heading back home.
Return to accommodation at approx. 5/6 p.m.
Wineries visited: 2 + 1 olive oil mil
Read more about Brunello di Montalcino
See where the Montalcino area is on this map of Tuscany
Some of my favourite wineries of this region:
Pian dell'Orino,
Le Chiuse,
Casato Prime Donne,
Argiano,
Casanova di Neri,
Tenuta di Sesta,
Siro Pacenti,
Lambardi, Poggio di Sotto, Matι, Cerbaiona, Sesta di
Sopra, Soldera, San Polino, Cupano...
2008/9
- INFO & PRICES - PRIVATE
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO TOUR:
Prices are in Euro () and include transportation in
air-conditioned car/mini-van, expert guide, all
tastings & lunch.
N.B. Insurance, airfare, airport transportation, accommodations, extra meals
or drinks are not included!
Departure from prearranged meeting points or
your hotel
in, and in between, or within the
vicinities of Siena, Florence, Grosseto or Arezzo.
2 people:
500,00 ( 250,00
per person)
3 people: 600,00 ( 200,00
per person)
4 people: 700,00 ( 175,00
per person)
5 people:
800,00
( 160,00 per person)
6 people: 900,00 ( 150,00
per person)
7 people: 980,00 ( 140,00
per person)
8 people: 1.040,00 ( 130,00
per person)
N.B. Because this is a private tour option, no group-ups will
occur without your prior approval. However, you may request to share a
tour - other participants are however
not guaranteed.
Self-drive options:
Subtract 20%
if you would like to use your own car - so for 20% for touring
members that can't fit into the tour van and will do self-drive. Subtract
30% if you would like to use your own car
and your own guide, or no guide.
If you would like to use your own car/guide, I
will make the arrangements at the wineries
you wish to visit, as to
make your wine tour more enjoyable and welcoming.
The price will include tours, wine tastings,
and lunch.