Discover the secrets of Tuscan winemaking on a full-day vineyard tour in Chianti with De Gustibus Tours. Experience tastings, scenic landscapes, and meet passionate winemakers in this immersive day.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Generally suitable for most visitors; comfortable walking and standing involved
Wildlife
History
Chianti's wine heritage dates back to the 13th century, earning DOCG status in 1984, establishing it as Italy’s prime wine region.
Conservation
Most wineries employ eco-friendly practices, supporting biodiversity and soil health.
De Gustibus Tours
Discover the secrets of Tuscan winemaking on a full-day vineyard tour in Chianti with De Gustibus Tours. Experience tastings, scenic landscapes, and meet passionate winemakers in this immersive day.
De Gustibus Tours is a Florence (Firenze, Toscana) based tour operator offering a range of private and curated experiences across Tuscany. The company presents a variety of itineraries that combine wine tasting, regional cuisine, historic towns and unique transport options such as vintage sidecar rides. Many published itineraries include private options and range from short city food rides to full-day wine and culinary tours.
Published trip descriptions show itineraries to key Tuscan destinations including Chianti, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Cortona and Val di Chiana. Signature experiences listed include sidecar aperitivo rides at sunset, street-food sidecar tours in Florence, Brunello and Vernaccia wine tastings, saffron- and pecorino-focused lunches, cooking classes in a Chianti farmhouse, and truffle hunting excursions. Several tours note visits to family-run wineries, organic farms for Tuscan lunches, and opportunities to sample local products such as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Brunello di Montalcino, Syrah from Cortona, pecorino cheese and saffron.
Trip durations in published summaries vary from approximately two hours (street food rides) to five-hour sidecar excursions and seven- to eight-hour full-day tours. Departures are described as originating from Florence and cover regions such as Chianti Classico, Val d'Orcia and the hill towns surrounding the city. All information above reflects De Gustibus Tours’ published itineraries and trip summaries.
Base Location
Firenze, Toscana
Located in central Florence
Typical Duration
2–8 hours
Short and full-day options available
Tours Offered
16
Private and group experiences
Wine Regions
Chianti, Montalcino, Montepulciano
Local wines and tastings featured
Choose a private wine tour, sidecar adventure, cooking class or truffle hunt — departures from Firenze with half- and full-day options.
Arrive early to enjoy scenic views
Get to the vineyards at least 15 minutes before your tour starts to see the sunrise over the hills.
Bring a bottle for tasting
Carry a small, resealable container if you want to sample wine on the go or take some home.
Dress comfortably
Wear comfortable shoes and layers suitable for outdoor walking and changing weather.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water, especially if sampling multiple wines throughout the day.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through vineyards and winery visits.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin during outdoor tasting sessions.
summer
Hat or sunglasses
Shield your eyes from the sun during outdoor vineyard visits.
summer
Notebook or camera
Capture the scenic landscapes and note wine details.