Spend a day tasting Chianti Classico at two family-run wineries, explore the medieval square of Greve in Chianti, and finish with a three-course Tuscan dinner paired with local wines. Private hotel pickup from Florence and an intimate cellar tour make this a relaxed, full‑day immersion into Tuscan viticulture.
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You leave Florence behind as the city’s stone and traffic thin into open lanes of vines and low, rolling hills. The road curves; cypress and olive trees mark property boundaries while rows of Sangiovese reach toward the light. At a small family estate you step into cool cellars and an honest farmhouse tasting room where four distinct Chianti Classico wines reveal differences in soil, oak and age.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks on cobbled streets and vineyard paths.
Wildlife
History
Chianti Classico’s wine tradition traces back centuries; the modern denomination was formalized in the 20th century and is symbolized by the Gallo Nero (black rooster) emblem denoting origin and quality.
Conservation
Many small estates in Chianti Classico emphasize sustainable or organic viticulture to protect soil health and biodiversity; respect private vineyards and stick to marked roads to minimize impact.
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Hydrate between tastings
Alternate wine flights with water and light snacks to keep your palate fresh and avoid overindulgence during multiple tastings.
Confirm pickup details
Provide your Florence hotel address and be ready in the lobby at the agreed time — the tour adheres to a fixed schedule for winery appointments.
Note age restrictions
Minimum drinking age is 18 in Italy; bring ID for anyone planning to participate in tastings.
Dress for cobbles and cellar stairs
Wear sturdy shoes with grip — winery cellars and village streets often have uneven stone underfoot.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable soles help on cobblestones, gravel tracks and cellar steps.
Light daypack
Carry water, a jacket and any snacks between stops without burdening your hands.
Reusable water bottle
Useful for staying hydrated between wine tastings and reducing plastic waste.
summer
Light waterproof layer
Spring and autumn can be changeable—bring a packable shell for showers or wind.
spring