Come with us to discover Vernaccia and Saffron!

Duration

7 hours

About

During this tour you will have the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Italy, San Gimignano, the Manhattan of the Middle Ages, whose historic center is Worlwide Unesco Heritage. But not only that, the territory surrounding San Gimignano is rich in food and wine products such as saffron and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, the first wine to obtain the DOCG name in Italy.

In 45/50 minutes we will arrive in San Gimignano: founded by the Etruscans on the top of a hill probably chosen for strategic purposes and dominating the upper Val d’Elsa (Elsa river valley).

In the Middle Ages the town was located right along the pilgrims road "via Francigena" and was named San Gemiane by Sigerico, Archbishop of Canterbury. Its position between Pisa and Siena was strategic for commercial purposes. Saffron production and trade were one of the reasons for the great economic development of the city.

Once there you can admire the medieval village perfectly preserved and look from the panoramic points the surrounding hills covered by Vernaccia vineyards. After the visit we will reach a small family run winery and taste the local wines including the famous Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, the first Italian wine that received the “designation of origin guaranteed and controlled”, accompanied by a Tuscan lunch based on local products, first of all highest quality saffron.

There is a lot to say about Vernaccia and saffron, but we prefer that you know the story through the words of people who grow them.

Includes

• Wine tasting
• Tuscan lunch

Important Notice

• Groups of 8 people can be booked on the private version of this tour, also bookable online.
• Please note that the law in Italy does not allow the sale of alcohol to young people under 16 as children under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
• Let us know in advance any special need or for people with reduced mobility and will do our best to accommodate you. Do not forget to advice us about food intolerance or allergies.

Note: this is a public tours and as such you might be sharing the tour with other groups - check out the private tour option for this same activity.