BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO WINE TOUR #9

DEPARTING FROM SIENA, SAN GIMIGNANO

Brunello di Montalcino considered the best wine in the world, has its ancestral roots in village of  Montalcino in souther Tuscany and in the ancient winemaking tradition, handed down from one generation to the next.

The town of Montalcino, not far from Montepulciano, is a sanctuary of this magnificient wine produced from Sangiovese grapes.  It is a picturesque medieval village on the top of a hill with views out over the rolling hills. We will visit the town, its century-old fortress, and the best wineries reviewed in specialised magazines.

 We will explore Montalcino, the splendid Abbazia di Sant’Antimo (St. Antimo’s Abbey) famous for Gregorian chants and the beautiful surrounding area.

Along with a selection of other prestigious wines, you will also sample Brunello di Montalcino, known as the “Italian ambassador in the world of our winemaking”,  currently the most appreciated  Italian wine  in the whole world.


Price PP 60.00 €
Duration
5 Hr
Min No. 2

Days Tues Thurs Sun
Time
14.00 pm


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TOUR INCLUDES:

- Journey by GT Coach fitted with sound amplifying system, air con and all modern conveniences
- Expert multilingual escorts (English, Italian, French and Spanish, German)
- Guided tour of Montalcino and short break to shop for typical products and local crafts
- Visit to St. Antimo’s Abbey, renowned for its celebrated Gregorian Chants
- Sampling of wines at a renowned Montalcino winery reviewed  in magazines Wine Spectator, Decanter
- Sampling of bruschetta and typical Tuscan cold cuts and cheese
- Possibility to buy wine at the estate visited at discount prices. (Deliveries almost all over the world)
- Photo stops in scenic points
- Tour photo service

Guests are requested to be a the meeting point 15 min before departure.