Have you ever dreamt of visiting an ancient oil mill and some of the best wineries in Tuscany? We'll take you there! On this private food and wine tour you will discover two prestigious wine cellars, taste the famous Chianti Classico, and sample some excellent local olive oil!
What is so special about this private one-day wine and food tour in Tuscany? Not only will you visit three selected and prestigious Chianti wineries, but you will also taste their wine, stop at an historic oil mill, and relax with a delicious traditional lunch. All without having to worry about transportation, which will take place in a comfortable minivan. What are you waiting for? Wonder is right around the corner!
This private wine and food tour of Tuscany will start with your departure from the city center of Florence in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. You will be accompanied by an English-speaking driver who will guide you for the entire day to discover the beautiful Chianti hills. The first stop is dedicated to reveal the secrets of olive oil production in Tuscany. Tuscan olive oil is famous in the entire world for its rich aroma and taste. To learn everything about the ancient art of local olive oil production, you will go to an olive press located in an old estate where you will have your first tasting of the day.
Not just olive oil! Another workhorse of the Tuscan territory are the wines. You will then continue your private tour by visiting 3 different historic and prestigious boutique wineries. You will learn about the long history behind wine production and how the Tuscans keep their long-standing wine-making traditions alive. Throughout the tour you will be accompanied by an expert sommelier who will tell you all about the world of Chianti wines. Sangiovese, Canaiolo and other fine grape varieties are cultivated in this region. You will have the unique opportunity to taste internationally awarded wines. There will also be a stop to visit an iconic Chianti village.
Make sure to have a light breakfast before setting off on this tour. A coffee and a croissant will be more than enough! This way you will not be tasting oil and wine on an empty stomach. Don't get alarmed: a traditional Tuscan lunch awaits you! One thing is certain, you will return from the Strade del Vino e dell'Olio della Toscana refreshed in body and spirit!