Step inside Corte Pavone Winery with Loacker Wine Estates for an exclusive tasting of Brunello directly from barrel. Savor six unique vintages paired with gourmet bites while uncovering the secrets behind Tuscany's iconic wine.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the experience involves minimal physical activity with mostly stationary tasting and walking inside the winery.
Wildlife
History
Montalcino’s winemaking roots extend back centuries, with Brunello di Montalcino granted DOCG status since 1980, reflecting its historic and cultural pride.
Conservation
Loacker Wine Estates practices sustainable viticulture to preserve soil health and biodiversity, minimizing chemical inputs and supporting the local ecosystem.
Loacker Wine Estates
Step inside Corte Pavone Winery with Loacker Wine Estates for an exclusive tasting of Brunello directly from barrel. Savor six unique vintages paired with gourmet bites while uncovering the secrets behind Tuscany's iconic wine.
Loacker Wine Estates is a wine tourism operator based in Montalcino, Toscana, offering guided vineyard tours, cellar visits and curated tastings that highlight biodynamic viticulture and Brunello wine production. The company arranges experiences at Corte Pavone Winery, including private outdoor picnics in the vineyards, guided cellar tours and tastings of organic and biodynamic wines paired with homemade Tuscan specialties.
Several immersive options focus on Brunello: vertical tastings that trace vintage evolution, behind-the-scenes barrel tastings with the winemaker, and signature gourmet pairings that match six Brunelli with artisanal snacks. Guests can choose classic guided tastings of six wines served in series, or extended gourmet flights paired with custom-crafted bites to explore terroir and aging.
Loacker Wine Estates also features experiences at the SKYWINE Pavilion, where guests sample biodynamic wines with panoramic views and learn about biodynamic principles and South Tyrol organic viticulture. Tours and tastings are presented by a knowledgeable, multilingual team; some experiences are pet-friendly.
Every offering emphasizes sustainable practices, sensory education and the relationship between vineyard, cellar and cuisine. Whether booking a brief 45-minute classic tasting, a signature guided tour through biodynamic vineyards and underground cellars, a picnic overlooking Montalcino, or an in-depth vertical tasting, visitors receive focused interpretation of winemaking choices and a curated pairing experience. Loacker Wine Estates presents a range of wine tourism visits designed for wine enthusiasts seeking authenticity, terroir-driven Brunello and biodynamic wine education in Tuscany.
Booking information, group accommodations and accessibility details are provided when confirming each specific experience online or by phone.
Location
Montalcino, Toscana
Iconic Tuscan wine region
SKYWINE Pavilion
Panoramic tastings
Views referenced in tasting descriptions
Brunello Focus
Vertical tastings
Barrel and vintage explorations
Tours Offered
10 experiences
From picnics to signature tastings
Book private tours, Brunello vertical tastings, or SKYWINE Pavilion experiences — limited availability for guided biodynamic visits.
Book in advance
This exclusive tasting is popular, so secure your spot at least a week ahead.
Arrive on time
Tours start promptly—arriving early ensures you don’t miss any part of the behind-the-scenes cellar visit.
Ask questions
Engage with the winemaker to deepen your understanding of Brunello’s distinct terroir variations.
Designate a driver
Sampling multiple Brunelli requires a safe ride; arrange transport accordingly.
Comfortable shoes
Stable shoes are helpful for cellar floor surfaces and walking short distances on uneven ground.
Light jacket or layered clothing
Cellars maintain cool temperatures year-round, so layering helps keep comfortable.
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Notebook or tasting journal
For jotting notes about the wines, terroir, and food pairings during the tasting.
Designated driver or transportation arranged
Necessary to ensure safety after sampling multiple wines.