Wine tasting in Montalcino and Montepulciano
Spend a day discovering the delights of Tuscan wine as you explore the charming towns of Montalcino and Montepulciano, both renowned worldwide for their wine production.
Area
Tuscany
Type
Community & Culture
Food & Drink
Who
Adults
Journey through the rolling hills of Val d’Orcia, beginning with a private tour of Podere Cocchi, a family-run organic estate crafting acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino. Taste their signature wines before continuing to Montepulciano, where the historic De Ricci cellars await. Enjoy appetisers paired with local vintages, then savour time to wander the town’s winding streets at your own pace. A day of rich flavours, timeless landscapes and Tuscan elegance.
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