Enjoy a Chianti private half day tour, morning or afternoon tour through the vineyards from your hotel in Siena with your own personal driver.
Your tour takes you to the heart of Tuscany in a unique landscape with rolling hills of vineyards, dotted with medieval villages, rows of cypresses and olive trees.
You will have the opportunity to stop in one of these medieval villages such as Radda in Chianti, or Castellina in Chianti or Gaiole in Chianti where you will have free time to walk and visit the village.
You will enjoy visiting a renowned winery in this idyllic Tuscan region, where you can take a guided tour of the cellars and learn about the winery's history and winemaking processes.
The tour will be followed by a guided wine tasting to allow you to fully appreciate the famed Chianti Classico wines.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Sightseeing tour of Chianti countryside with your private driver
• Visit of one Chianti winery with guided wine tasting
• Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Siena center or in the immediate surrounding
• Time at leisure to discover Radda in Chianti and/or Castellina in Chianti
DETAILS
Duration:
5 hours
Departure Time:
Morning or Afternoon
Pick up and drop off point:
At the lobby of your hotel in Siena
If your hotel is not in the center of Siena, ask us for a personalized quote.
Price include:
Private Mercedes car (for your party from 1 to 2 persons)
Private Minivan (for your party from 3 to 6 persons)
Professional English speaking driver.
One winery visit with wine tasting of at least 3 Chianti wines
Price does not include:
Gratuities (optional)
Notes:
More of 6 persons rates on request.
On request:
Full day tour to have the opportunity to visit more wineries
F.A.Q.
- What are the three levels of Chianti wine?
Chianti wine is classified into three main levels based on quality and aging requirements. These levels are:
Chianti: This is the entry-level category of Chianti wine. It is typically labeled as just "Chianti" and is made from a blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, and other permitted red grape varieties. Chianti wines are known for their bright acidity, moderate tannins, and flavors of red fruits and herbs. They are usually intended for early consumption and are often characterized by their freshness and versatility with food.
Chianti Classico: Chianti Classico represents a higher quality tier within the Chianti wine region. These wines are produced in the heart of the historic Chianti zone, which covers the original Chianti production area between Florence and Siena. Chianti Classico wines are made predominantly from Sangiovese grapes and may also contain small proportions of other permitted varieties. They are required to be aged for a minimum of 12 months in oak barrels and have stricter production regulations compared to regular Chianti. Chianti Classico wines are known for their greater depth, structure, and aging potential compared to basic Chianti.
Chianti Classico Riserva: Chianti Classico Riserva represents the highest quality level within the Chianti hierarchy. These wines are made from the best grapes of the Chianti Classico region and are subject to even stricter production regulations. Chianti Classico Riserva wines must be aged for a minimum of 24 months, with at least 3 months of bottle aging before release. They typically exhibit greater complexity, concentration, and aging potential than both regular Chianti and Chianti Classico wines. Chianti Classico Riserva wines are often considered the flagship wines of the region and command higher prices due to their superior quality and aging requirements.
These three levels of Chianti wine offer consumers a range of options, from everyday drinking wines to more refined and age-worthy expressions that showcase the best of the Chianti region's terroir and winemaking traditions.