From Florence: Chianti Rufina Private Tour And Food Tasting Chianti Rufina: Private Tour & Local Products Tastings
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Country: Italy
Description
Enjoy a tour and tastings in Chianti Rufina, a historic wine-producing area and the smallest of the Chianti sub-regions.
Discover Chianti Rufina, the smallest Chianti sub-region and one of the most important wine-producing areas in Tuscany. Visit two boutique wineries, take part in olive oil and wine tastings, and enjoy a lunch with km 0 products as you learn about this historical wine area.
The first winery you will visit has been owned by the Gondi family since 1592. It features 315 hectares of which 19 are vineyards, 32 are olive groves, and the rest are cereals and woods.
The second winery is located on top of the hill of Montefiesole at 450 meters above sea level, just 18 km from Florence. It is a typical Tuscan family business whose philosophy is to harmonize with nature all its endeavors.
During the tour, enjoy a typical lunch on the terrace of a farm restaurant overlooking a landscape full of charm.
Wine has been produced in the Chianti Rufina region since Etruscan times.
The first historical evidence of wine production in the area dates back to the early 15th century. The famous Medici family identified a particular aptitude for the production of great wines here.
In 1716, Cosimo III de' Medici included Chianti Rufina in the “Bando dei Vini,” the first world law regulating wine.
Highlights
- Taste local products including wine and olive oil
- Enjoy a typical lunch with km 0 products
- Explore alongside a certified sommelier/guide
- Discover Chianti Rufina, the smallest wine area in Chianti
- Learn about Tuscany's well-reputed and historical wine area
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The minimum drinking age is 18
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Please wait in the hotel lobby 15 to 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
