Private Wine Tour in Chianti Classico With Sommelier (2 Wineries)

Exploring the renowned Chianti Classico region just got more enticing. This private wine tour offers an insider’s glimpse into the area’s winemaking legacy, led by a knowledgeable sommelier. Guests can expect comfortable transportation, visits to two prestigious wineries, and the chance to savor exquisite wines paired with a delightful light lunch. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply seeking an unforgettable Tuscan experience, this tour promises to deliver an immersive and delectable journey.

Key Points

• This private wine tour in Chianti Classico offers visits to two renowned wineries, Gagliole and Castello Monsanto, guided by a knowledgeable sommelier.
• The tour includes comfortable air-conditioned transportation, a light lunch with wine pairings, and access to restricted traffic areas for a unique experience.
• Pickup and drop-off options are flexible, allowing for a seamless start and end to the wine adventure.
• The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but strollers are allowed, and it is convenient for most travelers due to its proximity to public transportation.
• The tour is priced at $336.07 per person, discounted from $373.41, and has a 5.0 rating based on 2 reviews with no ratings below 5 stars.

Tour Overview

This private wine tour in Chianti Classico provides guests with a full-day experience led by a knowledgeable sommelier.

The tour visits two renowned wineries: Gagliole and Castello Monsanto. Guests will enjoy an air-conditioned vehicle, taste a variety of wines, and have a light lunch with wine pairings.

During this tour, guests visit two renowned Chianti Classico wineries, taste a variety of wines, and enjoy a light lunch with wine pairings.

The tour starts at 10:00 am and ends back at the original meeting point, which can be a hotel, airport, port, or station.

This immersive experience grants access to restricted traffic areas, offering a unique opportunity to explore the heart of the Chianti Classico region.

Inclusions

The private wine tour in Chianti Classico includes an air-conditioned vehicle to transport guests comfortably throughout the day.

Alcoholic beverages, including wines, are provided during the tour. Bottled water, coffee, and tea are also included.

A light lunch, featuring a starter, first course, second course, and dessert, plus wines, is served. Guests have the option to add a tip.

Access to restricted traffic areas is included, ensuring a seamless experience.

The tour covers all the essential inclusions for an enjoyable and immersive private wine tour in the Chianti Classico region.

Meeting and Pickup

Guests have the flexibility to choose from various pickup options for this private wine tour in Chianti Classico.

The tour can start from the guest’s hotel, airport, port, train station, or a designated meeting point. Pickup details will be provided for the closest point outside the limited traffic ZTL area.

At the end of the tour, guests will be dropped off back at the original meeting point. This convenient pickup and drop-off arrangement ensures a seamless start and end to the day’s wine adventure in the heart of the Chianti Classico region.

• Flexible pickup options

• Pickup from outside limited traffic zones

• Drop-off back at original meeting point

Additional Information

Although confirmation is received at the time of booking, this private wine tour in Chianti Classico isn’t wheelchair accessible.

However, strollers are allowed. The tour’s location near public transportation makes it convenient for most travelers.

Strollers are allowed, and the tour’s proximity to public transportation makes it accessible for most visitors.

Pregnant women and those with serious medical conditions aren’t recommended to participate. Most travelers can enjoy this full-day experience, which includes visiting two renowned wineries, Gagliole and Castello Monsanto, with a knowledgeable sommelier as the guide.

Guests will sample a variety of wines and indulge in a light lunch during the tour, which ends back at the original meeting point.

Pricing and Reviews

This private wine tour in Chianti Classico is priced at $336.07 per person, which is a discounted rate from the original price of $373.41 – a savings of $37.34.

The tour has a 5.0 rating based on 2 reviews, with no ratings below 5 stars. The tour also comes with a lowest price guarantee and free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

• This private wine tour offers an incredible experience, as highlighted by one reviewer: "Incredible experience!" – hatravis, Mar 2024.

• The tour includes flexible pickup options and ends back at the original meeting point.

• Guests can enjoy a light lunch with starter, first course, second course, and dessert, along with wines.

Gagliole Winery Visit

As the tour progresses, guests will visit the Gagliole Winery, a renowned estate nestled in the heart of the Chianti Classico region.

The winery is known for its exceptional Sangiovese grapes, which are used to produce its award-winning Chianti Classico wines.

During the visit, the sommelier will guide guests through a tasting, highlighting the unique terroir and winemaking techniques that contribute to the wines’ distinctive flavors.

Guests will have the opportunity to learn about the history and heritage of the Gagliole Winery while savoring its rich, complex wines in a picturesque setting.

Castello Monsanto Winery Visit

Next, the private wine tour takes guests to the esteemed Castello Monsanto Winery. Known for its historic charm and exceptional wines, this family-owned estate offers a unique glimpse into Chianti Classico’s winemaking heritage.

• Visitors explore the beautiful castello, dating back to the 12th century, and learn about its storied past.

• The sommelier leads an engaging tasting, highlighting Castello Monsanto’s renowned Sangiovese-based wines, including their flagship Chianti Classico Riserva.

• Guests have the opportunity to savor a delightful light lunch, perfectly paired with the estate’s elegant vintages, before continuing their journey through the captivating Chianti countryside.

Sommelier Expertise

A key component of this private wine tour is the expertise of the accompanying sommelier.

As a certified wine expert, the sommelier provides invaluable guidance throughout the experience. They share their deep knowledge of the Chianti Classico region, the winemaking process, and the nuances of each varietal.

The sommelier leads tastings, helps guests discern the flavors and aromas, and offers food pairing recommendations. Their expertise enhances the overall experience, allowing guests to truly appreciate the complexities and rich history of the wines they sample.

The sommelier’s passion and insights elevate this private tour into an exceptional, educational journey.