TUSCANY WINE TOURS
Tour Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Maremma, and More in Tuscany
A FOOD & WINE LOVERS DREAM
I’ve been visiting the great estates in Tuscany for many years. Like you, I consider it to be one of the most idyllic places in the world, and our Fine Vintage tours take you to my favorite spots.
We have two fantastic options for touring Tuscany. Either you book a 3-day private tour on your own schedule or you join one of famous group tours hosted by a Master of Wine that lasts 5 days on the set schedules below.
You’ll explore the classic wineries in the rolling hills of Chianti Classico, the icons of Montalcino in their majestic castellos, and the titans of the coast, the so-called Super-Tuscans, the most famous wines of Italy. We visit the cream of the crop.
It’s a learning experience beyond compare, fun-filled, and definitely qualifies as a bucket list trip.
I invite you to join us.
JAMES CLUER, MASTER OF WINE
GROUP TOUR DATES
ABOUT THE TOUR & REGION
THE 3 CLASSIC REGIONS OF TUSCANY
We meet in Florence and set-off for the coast to discover the iconic Super Tuscan estates. Our hotel is the epitome of Italian charm, overlooking the Mediterranean.
After 2 days we move on to Montalcino to taste spectacular Brunellos, including some of the most prized wines of Italy. We stay at a luxurious hotel in the hills just outside of Siena.
The final 2 days feature the historic estates in Chianti Classico, magnificent castellos, where we taste old vintages and learn from the owners and winemakers.
On a Fine Vintage tour, you’ll get privileged access to people, places and wines. It’s really quite an experience.
THE THREE CLASSIC REGIONS OF TUSCANY
We meet in Florence and set-off for the coast to discover the iconic Super-Tuscan estates. Our hotel is the epitome of Italian charm, overlooking the Mediterranean.
After two days we move on to Montalcino to taste spectacular Brunellos, including some of the most prized wines of Italy. We stay at a five-star hotel in the very heart of Siena.
The final two days feature the historic estates in Chianti Classico, magnificent castellos, where we taste old vintages and learn from the owners and winemakers.
On a Fine Vintage tour, you’ll get privileged access to people, places and wines. It’s really quite an experience.
THE COAST & THE SUPER TUSCANS
We begin on the coast where we discover the Super Tuscans, some of the most famous wineries in the world, where the Cabernets and Merlot reign supreme. These are exceptional quality wines.
We tour the great names, typically including Ornellaia, Tua Rita, and more.
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO & SIENA
On the third day we drive to Montalcino where we taste some of my favorite wines in the world, the spectacular Brunellos. These 100% Sangiovese wines are highly complex and are capable of ageing for decades.
For the last two nights we stay at a luxury hotel nestled in the rolling Tuscan hills just outside of Siena.
CHIANTI CLASSICO & GRAND CASTELLOS
Enjoy free time in the morning to book a spa treatment or pop off on your own to explore Siena. In the afternoon, we set out from our Tuscan hideaway to visit the great producers in Chianti Classico, usually including estates like Brolio, Castello di Ama, and Tignanello.
These are magnificent castellos whose wines are often the surprise favorites of our guests.
CHIANTI CLASSICO & GRAND CASTELLOS
Enjoy free time in the morning to book a spa treatment or pop off on your own to explore Siena. In the afternoon, we set out from our Tuscan hideaway to visit the great producers in Chianti Classico, usually including estates like Castello di Brolio and Tignanello.
These are magnificent castellos whose wines are often the surprise favorites of our guests.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Our Luxury Wine Tours in Tuscany are guided by Masters of Wine, Philip Goodband and Robin Kick.
PHILIP is a true wine professional, Vintners Scholar and former Chairman of the Institute of Masters of Wine. His wine business interests covering four decades have taken him around the globe, resulting in a unique blend of knowledge and experience which he loves to share.
His tasting skills are put to good use as The Chair of Judges at the International Wine and Spirit Competition, and through his international consultancy work which has brought him many awards and personal honours. Philip served as wine adviser to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother for over a decade.
He is a communicator with a truly approachable and engaging style, which has been much in evidence at the BBC Good Food Show, on TV and on a number of the top cruise lines.
He currently holds the position as a senior lecturer at the International Wine and Spirit School in London and for Fine Vintage. www.philipgoodband.com
ROBIN is originally from the Chicago area and currently resides in Lugano, Switzerland. At an early age she became passionate about wine. She pursued studies in Burgundy and at the Université du Vin in the Rhône Valley.
After finishing her studies, she moved back to the United States to work as a wine auction specialist at Christie’s in Beverly Hills, California. She was responsible for procuring, estimating and authenticating many fine and rare wine collections.
After four years in the auction world, she returned to Europe to prepare for the Master of Wine exams, which she completed in 2014. In the process she became a specialist on Italian wines. She speaks Italian and lives within a short drive of many of the classic regions. She also has a soft spot for Burgundy and is often called on to judge both Italian and French wines at major competitions. Known for her fun, friendly and approachable style, she loves inspiring others about wine, food and travel. A tour with Robin is something to get excited about!
UPCOMING TUSCANY WINE TOUR
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in the price is four nights’ accommodation, all meals during the tour (except for the free time in Chianti), all winery tours, all wines at the visits, local transport for the duration of the tour, and all taxes and gratuities.
Basically everything is included except your flights, your onwards transport after the tour ends in Florence, insurance, and any items of a personal nature.
PLANNING TIPS
Before the tour we will send you some useful pre-trip information to help you with your planning. Here you’ll find advice on how to get there, tips on what to wear, other things to do in Florence, details on the hotels, and what you might like to read in advance.
WEATHER
We visit during some of the nicest times of year, the Spring and the Fall. The weather is not too hot, is typically dry, and warm.
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